Serving 339 students in grades 6-12, Coretta Scott King Young Women's Leadership Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coretta Scott King Young Women's Leadership Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Coretta Scott King Young Women's Leadership Academy's student population of 339 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
339 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Coretta Scott King Young Women's Leadership Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coretta Scott King Young Women's Leadership Academy is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1367 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
93%
36%
White
n/a
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coretta Scott King Young Women's Leadership Academy's ranking?
Coretta Scott King Young Women's Leadership Academy is ranked #1367 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Coretta Scott King Young Women's Leadership Academy often compared to?
Coretta Scott King Young Women's Leadership Academyis often viewed alongside schools like B.e.s.t Academy, Frederick Douglass High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Coretta Scott King Young Women's Leadership Academy?
The graduation rate of Coretta Scott King Young Women's Leadership Academy is 90%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Coretta Scott King Young Women's Leadership Academy?
339 students attend Coretta Scott King Young Women's Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Coretta Scott King Young Women's Leadership Academy students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Coretta Scott King Young Women's Leadership Academy?
Coretta Scott King Young Women's Leadership Academy has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Coretta Scott King Young Women's Leadership Academy offer ?
Coretta Scott King Young Women's Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Coretta Scott King Young Women's Leadership Academy part of?
Coretta Scott King Young Women's Leadership Academy is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is Coretta Scott King Young Women's Leadership Academy located?
Coretta Scott King Young Women's Leadership Academy is located in the Monroe Heights neighborhood of Atlanta, GA. There are 1 other public schools located in Monroe Heights.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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