Average
#3892 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 46% in state
Young Men's Leadership Academy at Fred F Florence
Middle School · DALLAS ISD
1625 N MASTERS DR, Dallas, TX 75217
Enrollment
452
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
6.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
452
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
6.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,892 of 8,552
In Dallas
#198 of 374
public schools
In district
#145 of 235
DALLAS ISD
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Young Men's Leadership Academy at Fred F Florence
Young Men's Leadership Academy at Fred F Florence is a public middle school in Dallas, TX, part of DALLAS ISD. Young Men's Leadership Academy at Fred F Florence serves approximately 452 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Young Men's Leadership Academy at Fred F Florence has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,892 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Young Men's Leadership Academy at Fred F Florence show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Young Men's Leadership Academy at Fred F Florence sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Young Men's Leadership Academy at Fred F Florence — Students at Young Men's Leadership Academy at Fred F Florence score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX 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: 6.9/10.
How Young Men's Leadership Academy at Fred F Florence Compares
See how Young Men's Leadership Academy at Fred F Florence 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
1625 N MASTERS DR, Dallas, TX 75217
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Young Men's Leadership Academy at Fred F Florence may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SCHOOL FOR THE TALENTED & GIFTED IN PLEASANT GROVE (rated 9.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, YOUNG WOMEN'S STEAM ACADEMY AT BALCH SPRINGS MIDDL (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Balch Springs), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PLEASANT GROVE EL Dallas | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| JOHN W RUNYON EL Dallas | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - PLEASANT GROVE Dallas | 0.6 mi | 2.8 |
| SCHOOL FOR THE TALENTED & GIFTED IN PLEASANT GROVE Dallas | 0.7 mi | 9.0 |
| GOLDEN RULE SOUTHWEST Dallas | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| KIPP PLEASANT GROVE PRI Dallas | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| CRISTO REY DALLAS COLLEGE PREP Dallas | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| EDWARD TITCHE EL Dallas | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S STEAM ACADEMY AT BALCH SPRINGS MIDDL Balch Springs | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| KIPP PLEASANT GROVE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Balch Springs | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| W W SAMUELL H S Dallas | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| WILLIAM M ANDERSON EL Dallas | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| ANNIE WEBB BLANTON EL Dallas | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| SEABOURN EL Mesquite | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| C A TATUM JR EL Dallas | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| GILBERT CUELLAR SR EL Dallas | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| WEST MESQUITE H S Mesquite | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| INSPIRED VISION ACADEMY EL Dallas | 1.6 mi | 3.4 |
| INSPIRED VISION ACADEMY SECONDARY Dallas | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| MCWHORTER EL Mesquite | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75217 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,987
Median Home Value
$164,800
Median Rent
$1,189/mo
Population
84,578
College Educated
6.2%
Homeownership
58.8%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
24.3%
Median Age
28.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Young Men's Leadership Academy at Fred F Florence
What grades does Young Men's Leadership Academy at Fred F Florence serve?
Young Men's Leadership Academy at Fred F Florence serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Young Men's Leadership Academy at Fred F Florence?
Young Men's Leadership Academy at Fred F Florence has an enrollment of approximately 452 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Young Men's Leadership Academy at Fred F Florence?
The student-teacher ratio at Young Men's Leadership Academy at Fred F Florence is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Young Men's Leadership Academy at Fred F Florence rank in TX?
Young Men's Leadership Academy at Fred F Florence ranks #3,892 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Young Men's Leadership Academy at Fred F Florence's MySchoolScout rating?
Young Men's Leadership Academy at Fred F Florence has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Men's Leadership Academy at Fred F Florence?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Young Men's Leadership Academy at Fred F Florence has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Young Men's Leadership Academy at Fred F Florence a charter school?
No, Young Men's Leadership Academy at Fred F Florence is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Young Men's Leadership Academy at Fred F Florence a Title I school?
No, Young Men's Leadership Academy at Fred F Florence is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Young Men's Leadership Academy at Fred F Florence?
88.5% of students at Young Men's Leadership Academy at Fred F Florence 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 452
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Phone
- (972) 749-6000
Resources & Links
District
DALLAS ISD- District Enrollment
- 139,246
- Schools in District
- 240
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,470
- District Rank
- #145 of 235
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