Young Women's Leadership School, Queens

DBN 28Q896· High School· Queens· District 28

About this school

The Young Women's Leadership School (TYWLS) nurtures the intellectual curiosity and creativity of young women by supporting the whole girl in order to maximize academic achievement, social-emotional well being, and post-secondary success. TYWLS-Queens is supported by Student Leadership Network and College Bound Initiative (CBI) to replicate the best practices of private and independent girls schools. TYWLS-Queens opened in 2005 as the third school in the network. TYWLS-Queens strives to instill in students a sense of self-efficacy and community responsibility; characteristics that will support them as they become the leaders of the next generation. TYWLS-Queens expects families to play an active role in their daughters' education.

Enrollment

579

Math proficient

49.6%

2023

Economic need index

61.2%

Free/reduced lunch

69.8%

ELL students

0.031

SWD

0.145

Demographics

Asian0.413

Black0.335

Hispanic0.133

White0.035

Multi-racial0.014

Academic opportunities

AP courses

AP Calculus AB, AP Computer Science Principles, AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and Composition, AP Environmental Science, AP Research, AP Seminar, AP United States History

Opportunity to take Calculus AB, AP English Language and Composition, Literature and Composition, Environmental Science, U.S History, Seminar, Research, Seminar Women in Fairytales, Computer Science Principles, and college classes at Queens College, York College, LaGuardia Community College, and Monroe College.

Accelerated STEM courses offered to all students through core classes and electives. Electives include Technology, Psychology, Choir, Studio Art, Health Science, and American Legal System.

Contact

Phone: 718-725-0402
Email: vburdier@tywlsqueens.org
Website: https://www.schools.nyc.gov/schools/Q896
Subway: E, J, Z to Jamaica Center-Parsons/Archer; F to Parsons Blvd

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Frequently asked

Where is Young Women's Leadership School, Queens?

Young Women's Leadership School, Queens is located at 150-91 87 ROAD QUEENS NY 11432 in Queens. The school's BBL is 4097070048.0.

What is the DBN for Young Women's Leadership School, Queens?

The DBN (District Borough Number) for Young Women's Leadership School, Queens is 28Q896.

How many students attend Young Women's Leadership School, Queens?

Young Women's Leadership School, Queens reported 579.0 total students enrolled (most recent demographic snapshot).

What grades does Young Women's Leadership School, Queens serve?

Young Women's Leadership School, Queens serves grades 6 to 12.

How does Young Women's Leadership School, Queens perform on math state tests?

In 2023, 49.6% of students at Young Women's Leadership School, Queens scored at or above proficient (Level 3 or 4) on the NY State math test.