Serving 452 students in grades 6-8, Young Men's Leadership Academy At Fred F Florence ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Young Men's Leadership Academy At Fred F Florence ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Young Men's Leadership Academy At Fred F Florence's student population of 452 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Young Men's Leadership Academy At Fred F Florence ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Young Men's Leadership Academy At Fred F Florence is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6323 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
85%
53%
Black
12%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Young Men's Leadership Academy At Fred F Florence's ranking?
Young Men's Leadership Academy At Fred F Florence is ranked #6323 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Young Men's Leadership Academy At Fred F Florence?
452 students attend Young Men's Leadership Academy At Fred F Florence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Young Men's Leadership Academy At Fred F Florence students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Young Men's Leadership Academy At Fred F Florence?
Young Men's Leadership Academy At Fred F Florence has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Young Men's Leadership Academy At Fred F Florence offer ?
Young Men's Leadership Academy At Fred F Florence offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Young Men's Leadership Academy At Fred F Florence part of?
Young Men's Leadership Academy At Fred F Florence is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Young Men's Leadership Academy At Fred F Florence located?
Young Men's Leadership Academy At Fred F Florence is located in the Pleasant Grove neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 13 other public schools located in Pleasant Grove.
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