Serving 312 students in grades 6-12, Corretta Scott King Young Womens' Leadership Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Corretta Scott King Young Womens' Leadership Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Corretta Scott King Young Womens' Leadership Academy's student population of 312 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
312 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Corretta Scott King Young Womens' Leadership Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Corretta Scott King Young Womens' Leadership Academy is 0.11, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#357 out of 2168 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
5%
18%
Black
94%
36%
White
n/a
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Corretta Scott King Young Womens' Leadership Academy's ranking?
Corretta Scott King Young Womens' Leadership Academy is ranked #357 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Corretta Scott King Young Womens' Leadership Academy often compared to?
Corretta Scott King Young Womens' Leadership Academyis often viewed alongside schools like B.e.s.t Academy, Frederick Douglass High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Corretta Scott King Young Womens' Leadership Academy?
The graduation rate of Corretta Scott King Young Womens' Leadership Academy is 90%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Corretta Scott King Young Womens' Leadership Academy?
312 students attend Corretta Scott King Young Womens' Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Corretta Scott King Young Womens' Leadership Academy students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Corretta Scott King Young Womens' Leadership Academy?
Corretta Scott King Young Womens' Leadership Academy has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Corretta Scott King Young Womens' Leadership Academy offer ?
Corretta Scott King Young Womens' Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Corretta Scott King Young Womens' Leadership Academy part of?
Corretta Scott King Young Womens' Leadership Academy is part of Atlanta Public Schools School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
April 01, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
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