YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL

YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 4 school district, located in NEW YORK, NY with about 483 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 30 teachers, YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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 Young Women’s Leadership School (TYWLS) of East Harlem is a public, college-preparatory secondary school (serving grades 6–12) that operates with a specialized mission to empower young women. Founded in 1996 as the flagship of the Young Women’s Leadership Network, the school is built on the philosophy that single-gender education in an academically rigorous, supportive environment can bridge the achievement gap. The curriculum focuses heavily on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) and humanities, providing students with advanced coursework and mentorship opportunities designed to prepare them for success in competitive colleges and professional leadership roles.

Beyond academics, the school emphasizes character development, social-emotional learning, and community involvement. By fostering a culture of high expectations and mutual support, TYWLS aims to cultivate a diverse cohort of confident, college-bound scholars who are encouraged to challenge gender stereotypes and advocate for themselves. With its location in East Harlem, the school acts as a community hub, dedicated to providing underserved populations with access to a high-quality, private-school-style education within the public school system.

For more information, contact YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL at (212) 289-7593 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.