TALKINGTON SCHOOL FOR YOUNG WOMEN LEADERS

TALKINGTON SCHOOL FOR YOUNG WOMEN LEADERS is a Title I public high school that is part of the LUBBOCK ISD school district, located in LUBBOCK, TX with about 472 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 31 teachers, TALKINGTON SCHOOL FOR YOUNG WOMEN LEADERS has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

TALKINGTON SCHOOL FOR YOUNG WOMEN LEADERS, located in Lubbock, Texas, is a unique public secondary school within the Lubbock Independent School District that focuses exclusively on the education and development of young women in grades 6–12. As a member of the Young Women’s Preparatory Network, the school is built upon a foundation of college readiness, leadership development, and wellness. It provides a rigorous academic environment—often incorporating advanced placement and pre-AP coursework—designed to prepare students for success in higher education and future professional careers.

Beyond academics, the school emphasizes character building and community engagement through a culture of sisterhood and mentorship. By fostering an environment that encourages girls to pursue leadership roles and excel in traditionally male-dominated fields like STEM, Talkington aims to empower its students to become confident, civic-minded leaders. The school’s mission is centered on closing the achievement gap and ensuring that every student, regardless of background, has the support and resources necessary to navigate a path to a four-year university.

For more information, contact TALKINGTON SCHOOL FOR YOUNG WOMEN LEADERS at (806) 219-2200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.