Serving 400 students in grades 6-12, Young Women's College Prep Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Young Women's College Prep Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Young Women's College Prep Academy's student population of 400 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
400 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Young Women's College Prep Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Young Women's College Prep Academy is 0.57, 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
#572 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
43%
53%
Black
50%
13%
White
3%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Young Women's College Prep Academy's ranking?
Young Women's College Prep Academy is ranked #572 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Young Women's College Prep Academy?
The graduation rate of Young Women's College Prep Academy is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Young Women's College Prep Academy?
400 students attend Young Women's College Prep Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Young Women's College Prep Academy students are Black, 43% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Young Women's College Prep Academy?
Young Women's College Prep Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Young Women's College Prep Academy offer ?
Young Women's College Prep Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Young Women's College Prep Academy part of?
Young Women's College Prep Academy is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Young Women's College Prep Academy located?
Young Women's College Prep Academy is located in the Houston Museum District neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Houston Museum District.
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