YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL OF BROOKLYN

YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL OF BROOKLYN is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 407 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 29 teachers, YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL OF BROOKLYN has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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 of Brooklyn (TWLS of Brooklyn) is a tuition-free, all-girls public secondary school serving students in grades 6 through 12. Part of a network of schools dedicated to empowering young women, the institution is grounded in the belief that a single-sex environment fosters academic excellence, leadership development, and personal confidence. The school emphasizes a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum, aiming to close the achievement gap and ensure that its students—many of whom come from historically underserved communities—are prepared to succeed in competitive universities and future careers.

Beyond its academic focus, the school places a strong emphasis on community service, social-emotional learning, and the cultivation of a "leadership identity." By providing a supportive and collaborative environment, TWLS of Brooklyn encourages students to find their voices, take risks, and become advocates for themselves and their peers. Through partnerships with community organizations and a focus on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math), the school strives to equip its students with the critical thinking skills and global perspectives necessary to lead in an increasingly complex world.

For more information, contact YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL OF BROOKLYN at (718) 387-5641 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.