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#904 of 2,612 schools in NC
Top 35% in state
Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy
High School · Wake County Schools
301 Ashe Avenue Governor Morehead, Raleigh, NC 27606
About Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy
Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy is a public high school in Raleigh, NC, part of the Wake County Schools. The school serves approximately 358 students in grades 6th – UG with a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.3/10, placing it in the 65.4th percentile among NC schools — an average rating overall.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $75,640, where 59% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large city setting.
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Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy — Students at Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy score 93% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).
Equity & Diversity
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31.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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How Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy Compares
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Location
301 Ashe Avenue Governor Morehead, Raleigh, NC 27606
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gov. Morehead School f/t Blind Raleigh | 0.0 mi | 9.5 |
| SAINT MARY'S SCHOOL Raleigh | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Wiley Elementary Raleigh | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Needham Broughton High Raleigh | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| The Exploris School Raleigh | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Partnership Elementary Raleigh | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Raleigh | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Washington Elementary Raleigh | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Olds Elementary Raleigh | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Raleigh Charter High School Raleigh | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| DYNAMIC OPPORTUNITIES Raleigh | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Moore Square Middle Raleigh | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Underwood Elementary Raleigh | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy Raleigh | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Vernon Malone College and Career Academy Raleigh | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| AN-NOOR SCHOOL Raleigh | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| AL-IMAN SCHOOL Raleigh | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Ligon Middle Raleigh | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Oberlin Middle Raleigh | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Centennial Campus Middle Raleigh | 2.2 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27606 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,640
Median Home Value
$423,900
Median Rent
$1,369/mo
Population
45,728
College Educated
58.5%
Homeownership
37.1%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
19.1%
Median Age
30.5
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| Johnston Co Early College Academy Smithfield, NC | 6.3 |
| PCS Early College High School Greenville, NC | 6.3 |
| Innovation Early College High Greenville, NC | 6.2 |
| Surry Early College Dobson, NC | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy
What grades does Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy serve?
Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy serves students in grades 6th through UG.
How many students attend Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy?
Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy has an enrollment of approximately 358 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy rank in NC?
Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy is ranked #904 out of 2,612 schools in NC.
What is Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy has a composite rating of 6.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy a charter school?
No, Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy a Title I school?
No, Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy?
31.8% of students at Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – UG
- Enrollment
- 358
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wake County
- Phone
- (919) 508-9088
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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