Excellent
#7 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 1% in state
Young Womens Leadership Academy
Middle School · ALDINE ISD
19850 E HARDY RD, Houston, TX 77073
Enrollment
310
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
9.6
Grades
6th – 9th
Enrollment
310
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
9.6
Grades
6th – 9th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7 of 8,552
In Houston
#1 of 723
public schools
In district
#1 of 77
ALDINE ISD
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Young Womens Leadership Academy
Young Womens Leadership Academy is a public middle school in Houston, TX, part of ALDINE ISD. Young Womens Leadership Academy serves approximately 310 students, and covers grades 6th-9th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Young Womens Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 out of 10 and ranks #7 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Young Womens Leadership Academy show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
- This school 9.6 · Excellent
- District avg 4.5
- TX avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Young Womens Leadership Academy — Students at Young Womens Leadership Academy score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 10.0/10.
How Young Womens Leadership Academy Compares
See how Young Womens Leadership Academy 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
19850 E HARDY RD, Houston, TX 77073
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Young Womens Leadership Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. TEAGUE MIDDLE (rated 2.2/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Humble), a more accessible option. Additionally, LEWIS MIDDLE (rated 2.0/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DUNN EL Houston | 0.1 mi | 2.6 |
| NIMITZ H S Houston | 0.4 mi | 3.1 |
| SPRING EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY Houston | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| LEWIS MIDDLE Houston | 1.2 mi | 2.0 |
| RICHEY ACADEMY Houston | 1.4 mi | 3.4 |
| RICHARD MILBURN ACADEMY HOUSTON (SUBURBAN) Houston | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
| CAROLEE BOOKER EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| ANDY DEKANEY H S Houston | 1.7 mi | 2.7 |
| MILTON COOPER EL Houston | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| RALPH EICKENROHT EL Houston | 2.3 mi | 4.8 |
| MEYER EL Houston | 2.3 mi | 4.4 |
| MAGRILL EC/PK/K Humble | 2.5 mi | 5.0 |
| OGDEN EL Houston | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| TEAGUE MIDDLE Humble | 2.6 mi | 2.2 |
| SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY CHARTER SCHOOL Huntsville | 2.9 mi | 7.8 |
| GRIGGS EC/PK/K Houston | 3.0 mi | 5.4 |
| GREENSPOINT EL Houston | 3.0 mi | 6.4 |
| HOYLAND EL Houston | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| PEARL M HIRSCH EL Spring | 3.2 mi | 5.4 |
| CRANBROOK LEARNING CONNECTION Houston | 2.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77073 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,271
Median Home Value
$206,700
Median Rent
$1,330/mo
Population
43,684
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
32.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
31.4
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| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY Houston, TX | 9.6 |
| COMMANDER WILLIAM C MCCOOL ACADEMY Lubbock, TX | 9.4 |
| FRANKLIN MIDDLE Franklin, TX | 9.4 |
| POTH J H Poth, TX | 9.4 |
| HENRY W LONGFELLOW CAREER EXPLORATION ACADEMY Dallas, TX | 9.3 |
| PRITCHARD J H Bells, TX | 9.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Young Womens Leadership Academy
What grades does Young Womens Leadership Academy serve?
Young Womens Leadership Academy serves students in grades 6th through 9th.
How many students attend Young Womens Leadership Academy?
Young Womens Leadership Academy has an enrollment of approximately 310 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Young Womens Leadership Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Young Womens Leadership Academy is 12.9:1. 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 Academy rank in TX?
Young Womens Leadership Academy ranks #7 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Young Womens Leadership Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Young Womens Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 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 Womens Leadership Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Young Womens Leadership Academy has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
Is Young Womens Leadership Academy a charter school?
No, Young Womens Leadership Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Young Womens Leadership Academy a Title I school?
No, Young Womens Leadership Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Young Womens Leadership Academy?
83.9% of students at Young Womens 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 9th
- Enrollment
- 310
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Harris County
- Phone
- (281) 233-8930
Resources & Links
District
ALDINE ISD- District Enrollment
- 57,844
- Schools in District
- 80
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,268
- District Rank
- #1 of 77
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