Serving 351 students in grades 6-11, Young Women's Leadership Academy ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-11
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Young Women's Leadership Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Young Women's Leadership Academy's student population of 351 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-11
Total Students
351 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Young Women's Leadership Academy ranks within the top 1% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Young Women's Leadership Academy is 0.65, which is more 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
#45 out of 8096 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
46%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
37%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Women's Leadership Academy's ranking?
Young Women's Leadership Academy is ranked #45 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Young Women's Leadership Academy?
351 students attend Young Women's Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Young Women's Leadership Academy students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Young Women's Leadership Academy?
Young Women's Leadership Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Young Women's Leadership Academy offer ?
Young Women's Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-11
What school district is Young Women's Leadership Academy part of?
Young Women's Leadership Academy is part of Midland Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Young Women's Leadership Academy located?
Young Women's Leadership Academy is located in the Wilshire Park neighborhood of Midland, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Wilshire Park.
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