Macarthur H S vs Yes Prep North Forest
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Texas, United States, 3.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Macarthur H S
Houston · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,501 students
Yes Prep North Forest
Houston · Charter high · Grades 6–12
991 students
| Measure | Macarthur H S Houston, Texas | Yes Prep North Forest Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1414 of 1,419 | #952 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #16459 of 16,910 | #10269 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 3,501 | 991 |
| Enrollment | 3,501 | 991 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.5% | 94% |
| Students per teacher | 17.4 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 10% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 59% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Yes Prep North Forest scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.8 vs 11.8).
- •Yes Prep North Forest does better on math proficiency (59% vs 10%).
- •Yes Prep North Forest does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 10%).
- •Macarthur H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.5% vs 94%).
- •Yes Prep North Forest does better on students per teacher (16.2 vs 17.4).
- •Macarthur H S is the larger school with 3,501 students compared with 991.
- •Macarthur H S is a public school while Yes Prep North Forest is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Macarthur H S better than Yes Prep North Forest?
On the Success Index (US), Yes Prep North Forest ranks higher (42.8 vs 11.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Macarthur H S and Yes Prep North Forest?
About 3.6 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Macarthur H S: 3,501. Yes Prep North Forest: 991. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Macarthur H S and Yes Prep North Forest rank in Texas?
Macarthur H S is 1414th of 1,419 and Yes Prep North Forest is 952nd of 1,419 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).