2021 Commencement Recap
Relive the moments from this past year's commencements to celebrate our graduating seniors of 2021!
Free Curbside Meals
Curbside meals distribution will be be held Monday-Thursday from 9-10 a.m. beginning Monday, June 14 at participating campuses.
Senior Signing Day 2021
Over 1,400 seniors were celebrated May 23 at Rice Stadium for Senior Signing Day. Scroll through our event stories to relive the experience!
Re-enrollment
Don't forget to complete a brief re-enrollment form for each of your children to share your intent to return to YES Prep next school year.
Still Accepting Applications
Apply to enroll for the 2021–22 school year | Seats available for grades PreK-3rd and 6-12
Teach at YES Prep
Teacher application for 2021-22 now open. Join the YES Prep team where your passion meets purpose.
2021-22 District Calendar Now Available
YES Prep district calendar for the 2021-22 school year is now available.
About Us
YES Prep Fifth Ward is in one of Houston’s most historical communities, surrounded by incredible talent and creativity. Our school embodies a spirit of collaboration and exists to provide an unbelievable opportunity for growth for our students and teachers. NEXUS!
School News
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Who We Are
90%
First Generation College Students
97%
African American and Hispanic
85%
Economically Disadvantaged
90%
Graduation Rate
Our Community
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Prior to Fifth Ward, Tony worked at YES Prep Southwest as a teacher and as an administrator. He also served as principal at YES Prep Southside and was resident principal at YES Prep Brays Oaks.
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Take a look at the Fifth Ward's Class of 2019.
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A one-minute behind-the-scenes look at our campus.