YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL OF THE BRONX

School Overview
The Young Women’s Leadership School (TYWLS) of the Bronx is a public secondary school serving grades 6–12 that is dedicated to empowering young women through a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum. As part of a network of schools founded by the Young Women’s Leadership Network (YWLN), the institution emphasizes academic excellence, leadership development, and social-emotional growth. By fostering an all-girls environment, the school aims to dismantle gender-based academic barriers, specifically encouraging students to pursue interests and careers in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) and other traditionally male-dominated fields.

Located on Morris Avenue in the Bronx, the school promotes a culture of high expectations, civic engagement, and community service. The curriculum is heavily focused on preparing students for success in higher education, often utilizing small class sizes, mentorship programs, and individualized guidance to support diverse learning needs. Beyond academics, TYWLS of the Bronx prides itself on cultivating a supportive sisterhood that encourages students to become confident, ethical leaders who are prepared to navigate and contribute to the global community upon graduation.
535
Total Students
44.0
Full-Time Teachers
12.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
87.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL OF THE BRONX
Demographic Student Count
White11
Hispanic357
Black130
Asian19
Two or More12
American Indian3
Pacific Islander3
  • Hispanic
    357 (66.7 %)
  • Black
    130 (24.3 %)
  • Asian
    19 (3.6 %)
  • Two or More
    12 (2.2 %)
  • White
    11 (2.1 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.6 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.6 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
Phone: (718)731-2590
Website: http://www.tywlsbronx.org
Grade Range: 6th - 12th
Total Students: 535
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 44.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.2
NSLP Participation:1 N/A
Qualified Free Lunch: 459
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 8
Grades Taught
Grade 6 78
Grade 7 71
Grade 8 64
Grade 9 89
Grade 10 84
Grade 11 74
Grade 12 74
Ungraded 1

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL OF THE BRONX
Grade Student Count
Grade 678
Grade 771
Grade 864
Grade 989
Grade 1084
Grade 1174
Grade 1274
Ungraded1
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL OF THE BRONX
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female535100%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)