Very Good
#882 of 4,739 schools in NY
Top 19% 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
7.7
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
536
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
7.7
Grades
6th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Jamaica
#11 of 48
public schools
New York high schools
#204 of 1,160
In district
#12 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
Equity
9.7 / 10
Exceptional
About Young Women's Leadership School-queens
Young Women's Leadership School-Queens serves 536 students in grades 6-12 in Jamaica, Queens, standing out as a high-performing educational institution with an impressive 8.2 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating. The school ranks #356 out of 4,758 schools statewide, placing it in the 92nd percentile among New York schools. With 37 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio, allowing for more personalized attention.
Academic performance is particularly strong, with 90% of students achieving proficiency or above in ELA/Reading and 71% meeting or exceeding standards in Math. These results contribute to the school's outstanding 9.4 out of 10 academic score. The school operates as a regular public school in a diverse urban environment where the median household income is $72,001 and 37% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.
The surrounding ZIP code 11432 has a population of 64,268, with a poverty rate of 13.7% and median home values around $781,100. Young Women's Leadership School-Queens provides its students with a focused educational environment in the heart of Queens, within a large city setting that offers both opportunities and the resources of urban life.
Score Breakdown
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Young Women's Leadership School-queens — Students at Young Women's Leadership School-queens score 87% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY NYSED (2020-21)
Based on 9 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 7.5/10.
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
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 77% (2019) to 82% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 85% (2019) to 92% (2021).
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 7.6/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is QUEENS GATEWAY TO HEALTH SCIENCES SECONDARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HILLSIDE ARTS & LETTERS ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Young Women's Leadership School-queens has a median household income of $75,395. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $826,100, with a median rent of $1,841/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.2%. The average commute in the area is 44 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| ACADEMY FOR YOUNG WRITERS Brooklyn, NY | 7.7 |
| BROOKLYN COLLABORATIVE STUDIES Brooklyn, NY | 7.7 |
| BROOKLYN LATIN SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 7.7 |
| BYRAM HILLS HIGH SCHOOL Armonk, NY | 7.7 |
| CIVIC LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Elmhurst, NY | 7.7 |
| CLINTON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Clinton, NY | 7.7 |
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 is ranked #882 out of 4,739 schools in NY.
What is Young Women's Leadership School-queens's MySchoolScout rating?
Young Women's Leadership School-queens has a composite rating of 7.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Young Women's Leadership School-queens?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Young Women's Leadership School-queens has 75.3% math proficiency and 89.2% reading/ELA proficiency.
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
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28- District Enrollment
- 38,052
- Schools in District
- 50
- District Rank
- #12 of 50
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How We Rate Schools
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