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North Forest High School

Houston ISD · Harris County · 10726 MESA DR, Houston, TX 77078

(713)636-4300

2/10
#1121
Rank 1121 out of 1,276
English Language Arts1/10 · #1268 · 8th percentile
Mathematics3/10 · #946 · 26th percentile
Science1/10 · #1143 · 9th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

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School Overview

North Forest High School sits in a working-class neighborhood on Houston's northeast side, an area with deep community roots and a resilient spirit that's shaped this campus for generations. Families here tend to be tight-knit and committed to keeping their kids close to home, and the school reflects that — it's a place where local connections matter and students are known by name. Math is a relative strength, though families should be aware that academics overall are still developing, making it a better fit for households prepared to actively supplement with tutoring or enrichment programs.

Student Demographics

692 students tested · 2023-24 school year

Ethnicity

African American
373 (54%)
Hispanic
306 (44%)
Other
13 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners229 (33%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged657 (95%)
Students with Disabilities85 (12%)

Staff & Teachers(2023-24)

949
Enrollment
73.8
Teachers (FTE)
12.9:1
Student-Staff Ratio
7
Administrators (FTE)

Graduation Rate

81.6%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

9
AP Courses
offered
14.5%
AP Participation
of students
141
AP Enrollment
students

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs4/10 · #1081 · 32nd percentile

20 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in Texas.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found