Serving 466 students in grades 6-12, Baltimore Leadership School For Young Women ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 2% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Baltimore Leadership School For Young Women's student population of 466 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
466 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Baltimore Leadership School For Young Women ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baltimore Leadership School For Young Women is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1174 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
98%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
85.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baltimore Leadership School For Young Women's ranking?
Baltimore Leadership School For Young Women is ranked #1174 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Baltimore Leadership School For Young Women often compared to?
Baltimore Leadership School For Young Womenis often viewed alongside schools like Baltimore Design School, Baltimore City College by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Baltimore Leadership School For Young Women?
The graduation rate of Baltimore Leadership School For Young Women is 90%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 85.8%.
How many students attend Baltimore Leadership School For Young Women?
466 students attend Baltimore Leadership School For Young Women.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Baltimore Leadership School For Young Women students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baltimore Leadership School For Young Women?
Baltimore Leadership School For Young Women has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Baltimore Leadership School For Young Women offer ?
Baltimore Leadership School For Young Women offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Baltimore Leadership School For Young Women part of?
Baltimore Leadership School For Young Women is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Baltimore Leadership School For Young Women located?
Baltimore Leadership School For Young Women is located in the Mount Vernon neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Mount Vernon.
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