Excellent
#370 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 8% in state
Young Womens Leadership School - Astoria
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
23-15 NEWTOWN AVE, Long Island City, NY 11105
Enrollment
574
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
8.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
574
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
8.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#370 of 4,742
In Long Island City
#5 of 38
public schools
In district
#2 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Young Womens Leadership School - Astoria
Young Womens Leadership School - Astoria is a public high school in Long Island City, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30. Young Womens Leadership School - Astoria serves approximately 574 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Young Womens Leadership School - Astoria has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #370 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Young Womens Leadership School - Astoria show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- NY avg 7.0
Score Breakdown
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Young Womens Leadership School - Astoria — Students at Young Womens Leadership School - Astoria score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 33 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.4/10.
How Young Womens Leadership School - Astoria Compares
See how Young Womens Leadership School - Astoria performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
23-15 NEWTOWN AVE, Long Island City, NY 11105
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Young Womens Leadership School - Astoria may also want to explore other high schools in the area. FRANK SINATRA SCHOOL OF THE ARTS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is LONG ISLAND CITY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, BACCALAUREATE SCHOOL FOR GLOBAL EDUCATION (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Long Island City, see our Long Island City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,306
Median Home Value
$1,089,000
Median Rent
$2,211/mo
Population
38,507
College Educated
54.6%
Homeownership
24%
Avg Commute
39.7 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
36.2
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| BEDFORD ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 8.4 |
| BROOKLYN PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 8.4 |
| CENTER MORICHES HIGH SCHOOL Center Moriches, NY | 8.4 |
| ENERGY TECH HIGH SCHOOL Long Island City, NY | 8.4 |
| LEWISTON PORTER SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Youngstown, NY | 8.4 |
| MALVERNE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Malverne, NY | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Young Womens Leadership School - Astoria
What grades does Young Womens Leadership School - Astoria serve?
Young Womens Leadership School - Astoria serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Young Womens Leadership School - Astoria?
Young Womens Leadership School - Astoria has an enrollment of approximately 574 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Young Womens Leadership School - Astoria?
The student-teacher ratio at Young Womens Leadership School - Astoria is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Young Womens Leadership School - Astoria rank in NY?
Young Womens Leadership School - Astoria ranks #370 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Young Womens Leadership School - Astoria's MySchoolScout rating?
Young Womens Leadership School - Astoria has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Young Womens Leadership School - Astoria?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Young Womens Leadership School - Astoria has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Young Womens Leadership School - Astoria a charter school?
No, Young Womens Leadership School - Astoria is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Young Womens Leadership School - Astoria a Title I school?
No, Young Womens Leadership School - Astoria is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Young Womens Leadership School - Astoria?
77.4% of students at Young Womens Leadership School - Astoria qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 574
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Phone
- (718) 267-2839
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30- District Enrollment
- 37,414
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #2 of 50
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