Serving 255 students in grades 6-12, Young Women's Leadership School Of Brooklyn ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Young Women's Leadership School of Brooklyn serves an attendance zone in Brooklyn, NY, encompassing approximately 5.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Young Women's Leadership School Of Brooklyn ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Young Women's Leadership School Of Brooklyn's student population of 255 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
255 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Young Women's Leadership School Of Brooklyn ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Young Women's Leadership School Of Brooklyn is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2137 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
40%
31%
Black
46%
15%
White
5%
39%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)89%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Young Women's Leadership School Of Brooklyn's ranking?
Young Women's Leadership School Of Brooklyn is ranked #2137 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Young Women's Leadership School Of Brooklyn often compared to?
Young Women's Leadership School Of Brooklynis often viewed alongside schools like High School For Enterprise Business & Technology by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Young Women's Leadership School Of Brooklyn?
The graduation rate of Young Women's Leadership School Of Brooklyn is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Young Women's Leadership School Of Brooklyn?
255 students attend Young Women's Leadership School Of Brooklyn.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Young Women's Leadership School Of Brooklyn students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Young Women's Leadership School Of Brooklyn?
Young Women's Leadership School Of Brooklyn has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Young Women's Leadership School Of Brooklyn offer ?
Young Women's Leadership School Of Brooklyn offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Young Women's Leadership School Of Brooklyn part of?
Young Women's Leadership School Of Brooklyn is part of New York City Geographic District #14.
In what neighborhood is Young Women's Leadership School Of Brooklyn located?
Young Women's Leadership School Of Brooklyn is located in the Bushwick neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 35 other public schools located in Bushwick.
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