YOUNG MEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY
YOUNG MEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY is a Title I public high school that is part of the FORT WORTH ISD school district, located in FORT WORTH, TX with about 378 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 43 teachers, YOUNG MEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. 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 Men’s Leadership Academy (YMLA) at James B. Leonard, located in Fort Worth, Texas, is a specialized all-male campus within the Fort Worth Independent School District. Designed to cater specifically to the developmental and educational needs of boys, the school focuses on creating a high-expectations environment that integrates rigorous academic standards with character development. Its curriculum is built upon the pillars of leadership, scholarship, and service, aiming to provide students with the foundational skills necessary to excel in college and become impactful leaders in their future careers and communities.
Beyond its academic focus, YMLA emphasizes a culture of brotherhood and mentorship, frequently utilizing small class sizes and personalized instruction to support student growth. The school integrates various extracurricular activities, athletics, and leadership training programs into the daily experience to help students build confidence and discipline. By fostering a supportive and structured atmosphere, the academy strives to bridge achievement gaps and empower young men to reach their full potential through a unique educational model tailored to their specific learning styles and strengths.
For more information, contact YOUNG MEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY at (817) 815-3400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
FORT WORTH, TX 76107
(817) 815-3400
YOUNG MEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY is a public Title I school in FORT WORTH, TX with about 378 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Texas
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- FORT WORTH ISD
- Total Students:
- 378
- Teachers:
- 43.87
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 378 students
- Black or African American
- 57.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 36.8%
- White
- 2.9%
- Two or more races
- 1.6%
- Asian
- 0.8%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 0.3%
- Male
- 99.7%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.