Serving 895 students in grades 6-12, Richards Sch For Young Women Leaders ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 895 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richards Sch For Young Women Leaders ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Richards Sch For Young Women Leaders's student population of 895 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
895 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Richards Sch For Young Women Leaders ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richards Sch For Young Women Leaders is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1415 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
55%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
33%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richards Sch For Young Women Leaders's ranking?
Richards Sch For Young Women Leaders is ranked #1415 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Richards Sch For Young Women Leaders?
The graduation rate of Richards Sch For Young Women Leaders is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Richards Sch For Young Women Leaders?
895 students attend Richards Sch For Young Women Leaders.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Richards Sch For Young Women Leaders students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richards Sch For Young Women Leaders?
Richards Sch For Young Women Leaders has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richards Sch For Young Women Leaders offer ?
Richards Sch For Young Women Leaders offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Richards Sch For Young Women Leaders part of?
Richards Sch For Young Women Leaders is part of Austin ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Richards Sch For Young Women Leaders located?
Richards Sch For Young Women Leaders is located in the South Lamar neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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