The Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders is an all-girls college preparatory public school of choice for students in grades 6–12 located in Austin, Texas. The school is named for former Texas governor Ann Richards and is part of the Austin Independent School District.
Serving 907 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 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 907 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- 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 907 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
907 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
2007
Colors
White, Blue
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 0.60, 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
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
51%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
37%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Stars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
907 students attend Richards Sch For Young Women Leaders.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Richards Sch For Young Women Leaders students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richards Sch For Young Women Leaders?
Richards Sch For Young Women Leaders has a student ration of 18:1, 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 Independent 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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