IRMA RANGEL YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL

School Overview
The Irma Lerma Rangel Young Women’s Leadership School, located in the Fair Park area of Dallas, is a prestigious magnet school within the Dallas Independent School District. Established in 2004 as the first public all-girls school in Texas, it serves students in grades 6 through 12. The school is renowned for its rigorous academic curriculum, which emphasizes college readiness, leadership development, and a strong foundation in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics). With a selective admissions process, the institution is dedicated to preparing young women from diverse backgrounds to excel in higher education and become impactful leaders in their communities.

The school’s culture is defined by its commitment to empowerment, sisterhood, and high expectations. By fostering an environment specifically designed to support the academic and personal growth of young women, Rangel provides a unique educational experience that encourages students to pursue careers in traditionally underrepresented fields. Consistently ranked among the top high schools in the state and nation, the school maintains a near 100% college acceptance rate for its graduating seniors, cementing its reputation as a premier destination for students seeking an elite, focused, and supportive educational path.
599
Total Students
34.2
Full-Time Teachers
17.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
80.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for IRMA RANGEL YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White37
Hispanic492
Black46
Asian13
Two or More9
American Indian2
  • Hispanic
    492 (82.1 %)
  • Black
    46 (7.7 %)
  • White
    37 (6.2 %)
  • Asian
    13 (2.2 %)
  • Two or More
    9 (1.5 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: DALLAS ISD
Phone: (972)749-5200
Website: http://www.dallasisd.org/rangel
Grade Range: 6th - 12th
Total Students: 599
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 34.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 464
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 18
Grades Taught
Grade 6 97
Grade 7 100
Grade 8 100
Grade 9 69
Grade 10 76
Grade 11 80
Grade 12 77

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for IRMA RANGEL YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 697
Grade 7100
Grade 8100
Grade 969
Grade 1076
Grade 1180
Grade 1277
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for IRMA RANGEL YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female59899.8%
Male10.2%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)