Excellent
#310 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 7% in state
Young Women's Leadership School-queens
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
150-91 87TH RD, Jamaica, NY 11432
Enrollment
536
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
8.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
536
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
8.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#310 of 4,742
In Jamaica
#2 of 48
public schools
In district
#3 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Young Women's Leadership School-queens
Young Women's Leadership School-queens is a public high school in Jamaica, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28. Young Women's Leadership School-queens serves approximately 536 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Young Women's Leadership School-queens has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #310 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Young Women's Leadership School-queens show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.2
- NY avg 7.0
Score Breakdown
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Young Women's Leadership School-queens — Students at Young Women's Leadership School-queens score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.7%
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: 9.5/10.
How Young Women's Leadership School-queens Compares
See how Young Women's Leadership School-queens 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
150-91 87TH RD, Jamaica, NY 11432
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Young Women's Leadership School-queens may also want to explore other high schools in the area. QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE SCIENCES AT YORK COLLEGE (rated 8.7/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is HIGH SCHOOL FOR COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, HILLSIDE ARTS & LETTERS ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Jamaica, see our Jamaica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11432 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,395
Median Home Value
$826,100
Median Rent
$1,841/mo
Population
63,730
College Educated
35.7%
Homeownership
37%
Avg Commute
43.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Median Age
39.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Young Women's Leadership School-queens
What grades does Young Women's Leadership School-queens serve?
Young Women's Leadership School-queens serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Young Women's Leadership School-queens?
Young Women's Leadership School-queens has an enrollment of approximately 536 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Young Women's Leadership School-queens?
The student-teacher ratio at Young Women's Leadership School-queens is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Young Women's Leadership School-queens rank in NY?
Young Women's Leadership School-queens ranks #310 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Young Women's Leadership School-queens's MySchoolScout rating?
Young Women's Leadership School-queens has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Women's Leadership School-queens?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Young Women's Leadership School-queens has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Young Women's Leadership School-queens a charter school?
No, Young Women's Leadership School-queens is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Young Women's Leadership School-queens a Title I school?
No, Young Women's Leadership School-queens is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Young Women's Leadership School-queens?
75.7% of students at Young Women's Leadership School-queens 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
- 536
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Phone
- (718) 725-0402
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28- District Enrollment
- 38,052
- Schools in District
- 50
- District Rank
- #3 of 50
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