North Forest High School

Direction10726 Mesa Dr, Houston, TX, 77078
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Public School HOUSTON ISD High School

Accountability Ratings

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TEA Ratings
Scaled Score
Student Achievement 79
Student Progress 87
Closing Performance Gaps 88
Overall 87

Distinction Designations

MedalMedalMedalMedalMedal
Read/ELA
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
Post-Secondary
Comparative Academic Growth
Comparative Closing the Gaps

Nestled in the vibrant community of Houston, Texas, North Forest High School, located at 10726 Mesa Dr, stands as a beacon of academic excellence and innovation within the Houston ISD. With a dedicated faculty of 60 seasoned educators, who boast an average of 11 years of teaching experience and have been with the school for an average of 6 years, North Forest High School offers a stable, enriching educational environment. These experienced teachers, along with 6 education aids, are committed to fostering a nurturing and supportive learning atmosphere for all students.

At North Forest High School, we are proud to serve a diverse student body of 1,000 young minds. Our student to teacher ratio of 16.70 ensures that each student receives personalized attention, enhancing both their academic success and personal growth. This ratio reflects our commitment to maintaining manageable class sizes where meaningful interactions and engaged learning take place.

Our curriculum is designed to prepare students not only for college but also for real-world challenges, equipping them with the critical thinking skills and adaptability required in today's dynamic world. Extracurricular activities and sports programs complement our academic offerings, providing students with a well-rounded educational experience that promotes both intellectual and physical development.

Parents and families considering North Forest High School will find a community where education is a partnership involving students, teachers, and parents alike. We believe in open communication and active community engagement, making our school a welcoming place for new families.

For more information or to arrange a visit, please call us at (713) 636-4300. Discover how North Forest High School can provide your child with a pathway to success through rigorous academics and comprehensive personal development. Join us in shaping the future, one student at a time.

School Summary

Public School
Grade Span
09-12
Enrollment
905
Is Charter
No
Address
10726 MESA DR, HOUSTON, TX, 77078
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Principal
MS MARIE ADAMS
School District
Phone
(713) 636-4300
County
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North Forest High School Student / Staff Statistics

Student Statistics

Racial/Ethnic Group
Racial/Ethnic Group Number Percent
African American 443 48.95%
Hispanic 444 49.06%
White 9 0.99%
Asian 4 0.44%
Native American 1 0.11%
Two or More Races 4 0.44%
Total Students 905 100.00%
Eco Disadvantaged 871 96.24%
Limited English Proficiency 287 31.71%
Program/Count/Percent
Program Count Percent
Bilingual 278 30.72%
Gifted & Talented 29 3.20%
Special Education 119 13.15%
Teacher Student Ratio 12.00 S/T

Staff Statistics

By Experience
By Experience Count Percent
Over 30 years 5 6.89%
20 - 30 years 6 8.21%
10 - 20 years 12 15.89%
6 - 10 years 15 20.13%
1- 5 years 28 37.48%
Beginning Teacher 9 11.39%
Teacher Experience Average 10.00 yrs
Teacher Tenure Average 5.20 yrs
Teacher Type Number Percent
Total Teachers 76 100%
Female Teachers 40 52.45 %
Male Teachers 36 47.55 %
School Admin 8
School Support 13
Edu Aids 6
Special Education 4

North Forest High School 2025 STAAR Statistics

STAAR Statistics
Group All Subjects Read/ELA Math Science Soc Studies
ALL 73% 60% 80% 91% 93%
African American 72% 61% 77% 91% 92%
Hispanic 74% 58% 84% 91% 94%
White 100% *% *% *% *%
Asian 100% *% *% *% %
Two or More Races *% *% *% % *%
Economically Disadvantaged 73% 59% 81% 91% 93%
Male Students 69% 53% 77% 90% 95%
Female Students 78% 68% 85% 92% 92%
Special Education 59% 46% 67% 81% 79%
Limited English Proficiency 70% 52% 84% 91% 92%

Class of 2024 Graduates

Standardized Test

Class Graduate
Group %
Tested
SAT
Avg
ACT
Avg
Abv
Criteria
ALL 90.8 746 13.7 2.1
African American 87.1 721 13.7 2
Hispanic 93.1 770 n/a 2.5
White * * n/a *
Asian * * n/a *
Two or More Races * * n/a *
Male Students 93.3 717 * 2
Female Students 88.2 776 14.3 2.2
Special Education n/a n/a n/a n/a
Eco Disadvantaged n/a n/a n/a n/a

Graduation

Class Graduate
Group Read
Ready
Math
Ready
Both
Ready
Graduated GED Cont. Dropout
ALL 93.7 95.1 93.7 84.7 0.4 3 11.9
African American 92.2 93.9 92.2 86.2 0.8 2.3 10.8
Hispanic 95.4 96.6 95.4 83.2 n/a 3 13.9
White * * * * * * *
Asian * * * * * * *
Two or More Races * * * * * * *
Male Students n/a n/a n/a 86.2 0.9 1.7 11.2
Female Students n/a n/a n/a 83.3 n/a 4.2 12.5
Special Education 76.9 76.9 76.9 73.5 n/a 2.9 23.5
Eco Disadvantaged 94.1 95.5 94.1 84.9 0.4 3 11.6

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