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#1015 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 12% in state

Young Women's Leadership Academy

High School · FORT WORTH ISD

1066 W MAGNOLIA, Fort Worth, TX 76104

Enrollment

436

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

8.3

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#1,015 of 8,552

In Fort Worth

#7 of 235

public schools

In district

#5 of 131

FORT WORTH ISD

Equity

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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8.3/10

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About Young Women's Leadership Academy

Young Women's Leadership Academy is a public high school in Fort Worth, TX, part of FORT WORTH ISD. Young Women's Leadership Academy serves approximately 436 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Young Women's Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,015 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Young Women's Leadership Academy show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).

How it compares3.3 pts above district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 5.0
  • TX avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.47 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics9.4Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency85% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+5.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+30.7 pts
Overall Proficiency67% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+21.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile90th
College Readiness8.5Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate90%+
AP Participation52.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,690

Young Women's Leadership Academy — Students at Young Women's Leadership Academy score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

68.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 74.9% (multi-year average, 2010-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 88.0% (multi-year average, 2010-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 28 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2013
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2014
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2015
Math
93%
ELA
96%
2016
Math
96%
ELA
97%
2017
Math
73%
ELA
78%
2018
Math
65%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
65%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
35%
ELA
76%
2021*
Math
35%
ELA
76%
2022
Math
43.8%
ELA
75.9%
2024
Math
49%
ELA
85%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How Young Women's Leadership Academy Compares

See how Young Women's Leadership Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
88th percentile in TX
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Sports
3
0 boys' · 3 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
68%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
52.5% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics3sports offered
0 boys'·3 girls'·5 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1066 W MAGNOLIA, Fort Worth, TX 76104

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Young Women's Leadership Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. TEXAS ACADEMY OF BIOMEDICAL (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is CRISTO REY FORT WORTH COLLEGE PREP (rated 7.3/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, IM TERRELL ACADEMY FOR STEM AND VPA (rated 6.6/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Fort Worth, see our Fort Worth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
CHARLES NASH EL Fort Worth 0.6 mi 3.9
TEXAS ACADEMY OF BIOMEDICAL Fort Worth 0.7 mi 7.5
PREMIER H S - FORT WORTH (SOUTHSIDE) Lewisville 0.9 mi
TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - FORT WORTH LANCASTER AVENUE Fort Worth 0.9 mi 3.1
IM TERRELL ACADEMY FOR STEM AND VPA Fort Worth 0.8 mi 6.6
THE JANE JUSTIN SCHOOL Fort Worth 0.9 mi 8.3
KI CHARTER - FORT WORTH Fort Worth 0.9 mi
VAN ZANDT-GUINN EL Fort Worth 1.2 mi 3.3
TRIMBLE TECHNICAL H S Fort Worth 1.3 mi 4.8
CRISTO REY FORT WORTH COLLEGE PREP Fort Worth 1.4 mi 7.3
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fort Worth 1.3 mi 5.0
CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CTR Fort Worth 1.4 mi 4.2
VERSIA WILLIAMS EL Fort Worth 1.3 mi 4.2
CASSATA HIGH SCHOOL Fort Worth 1.7 mi 4.9
MOSAIC ACADEMY Fort Worth 1.8 mi 6.0
DE ZAVALA EL Fort Worth 1.8 mi 8.8
CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Worth 2.1 mi 6.3
CARROLL PEAK EL Fort Worth 2.2 mi 3.8
OAKHURST EL Fort Worth 2.2 mi 6.5
ASSESSMENT CTR Fort Worth 2.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 76104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,848

Median Home Value

$145,000

Median Rent

$1,385/mo

Population

20,694

College Educated

21.4%

Homeownership

38.3%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

30.2%

Median Age

31.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Young Women's Leadership Academy

What grades does Young Women's Leadership Academy serve?

Young Women's Leadership Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Young Women's Leadership Academy?

Young Women's Leadership Academy has an enrollment of approximately 436 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Young Women's Leadership Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Young Women's Leadership Academy 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 Women's Leadership Academy rank in TX?

Young Women's Leadership Academy ranks #1,015 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Young Women's Leadership Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Young Women's Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Young Women's Leadership Academy has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).

Is Young Women's Leadership Academy a charter school?

No, Young Women's Leadership Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Young Women's Leadership Academy a Title I school?

No, Young Women's Leadership Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Young Women's Leadership Academy?

68.3% of students at 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
77 Very Walkable
Transit Score
69 Good Transit
Bike Score
80 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
68.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Tarrant County
4-Year Graduation
90%+

District

FORT WORTH ISD
District Enrollment
71,060
Schools in District
138
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,690
District Rank
#5 of 131

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