CORRETTA SCOTT KING WOMENS' LEADERSHIP ACADEMY

Corretta Scott King Womens' Leadership Academy is a Title I public high school that is part of the Atlanta Public Schools school district, located in Atlanta, GA with about 364 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 36 teachers, Corretta Scott King Womens' Leadership Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The Coretta Scott King Young Women’s Leadership Academy (CSKYWLA), located in the historic Northwest Atlanta community, is a specialized public school within the Atlanta Public Schools district. Serving students from grades 6 through 12, the academy is renowned for its commitment to cultivating the next generation of female leaders. The school provides a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum that emphasizes academic excellence, social responsibility, and the development of strong character, all while honoring the legacy of its namesake, the late civil rights icon Coretta Scott King.

Beyond its academic program, the academy distinguishes itself through a unique culture of sisterhood and empowerment. By fostering an environment specifically designed to support young women, the school integrates leadership training and community engagement into the daily student experience. Through partnerships with local organizations and a focus on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics), CSKYWLA aims to equip its scholars with the confidence, critical thinking skills, and global perspective necessary to succeed in higher education and become impactful leaders in their respective professional and civic fields.

For more information, contact Corretta Scott King Womens' Leadership Academy at (404) 802-4900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.