Excellent
#93 of 2,612 schools in NC
Top 4% in state
Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy
High School · Wake County Schools
567 East Hargett St, Raleigh, NC 27601
About Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy
Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy is a public high school in Raleigh, NC, part of the Wake County Schools. The school serves approximately 279 students in grades 6th – UG with a student-teacher ratio of 14.7:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 96.5th percentile among NC schools — an above average rating overall.
The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.9/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $70,433, where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large city setting.
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Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy — Students at Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy score 90% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).
Equity & Diversity
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34.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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How Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy Compares
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Location
567 East Hargett St, Raleigh, NC 27601
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Moore Square Middle Raleigh | 0.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Ligon Middle Raleigh | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Hunter Elementary Raleigh | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Raleigh | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| The Exploris School Raleigh | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Phillips High Raleigh | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Carnage Middle Raleigh | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Washington Elementary Raleigh | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Conn Elementary Raleigh | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Longview Raleigh | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Partnership Elementary Raleigh | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Southeast Raleigh Elementary Raleigh | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Wiley Elementary Raleigh | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Central Wake High School Raleigh | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| SAINT MARY'S SCHOOL Raleigh | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Fuller Elementary Raleigh | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Poe Elementary Raleigh | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Raleigh Charter High School Raleigh | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Enloe High Raleigh | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Needham Broughton High Raleigh | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,433
Median Home Value
$572,600
Median Rent
$1,499/mo
Population
9,702
College Educated
48.6%
Homeownership
27.7%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
31.8
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| J F Kennedy High Winston Salem, NC | 8.3 |
| Massey Hill Classical High Fayetteville, NC | 8.3 |
| Williams Secondary Montessori Charlotte, NC | 8.2 |
| Hayesville High Hayesville, NC | 8.1 |
| Durham School of Technology Durham, NC | 8.6 |
| Elkin High Elkin, NC | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy
What grades does Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy serve?
Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy serves students in grades 6th through UG.
How many students attend Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy?
Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy has an enrollment of approximately 279 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy rank in NC?
Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy is ranked #93 out of 2,612 schools in NC.
What is Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy has a composite rating of 8.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy a charter school?
No, Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy a Title I school?
No, Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy?
34.1% of students at Wake Young Men'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
- 279
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wake County
- Phone
- (919) 664-5644
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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