The Young Women's Leadership School of Staten Island

The Young Women's Leadership School of Staten Island is a small, all-girls school serving grades 6-12, dedicated to college preparation, STEAM, arts, and leadership development within a supportive environment. As part of the Young Women's Leadership Network, it aims to ensure college access for all students through initiatives like the College Bound Initiative. The school serves a student body with high economic need and a significant population of students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). While student attendance is strong, middle school academic proficiency in ELA is below the citywide median, and math proficiency is a notable concern, falling well below the 25th percentile. The school also has a low rate of accelerated coursework. Parents generally report positive experiences, particularly regarding education and IEP support, and are active partners in the school community. Students largely feel safe, though a higher-than-average percentage perceive bullying as a frequent issue. The school is still growing into its high school grades, which accounts for the absence of high school outcome data. It features unique student-led conferences and community affirmation events.