The Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders is an all-girls college preparatory public school of choice for students in grades 6–12 located in Austin, Texas. The school is named for former Texas governor Ann Richards and is part of the Austin Independent School District.
Serving 920 students in grades 6-12, Richards School For Young Women Leaders ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 920 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richards School For Young Women Leaders ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Richards School For Young Women Leaders's student population of 920 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
920 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
2007
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Richards School For Young Women Leaders ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richards School For Young Women Leaders is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#843 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
46%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
40%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Stars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richards School For Young Women Leaders's ranking?
Richards School For Young Women Leaders is ranked #843 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Richards School For Young Women Leaders?
The graduation rate of Richards School For Young Women Leaders is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Richards School For Young Women Leaders?
920 students attend Richards School For Young Women Leaders.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Richards School For Young Women Leaders students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richards School For Young Women Leaders?
Richards School For Young Women Leaders has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richards School For Young Women Leaders offer ?
Richards School For Young Women Leaders offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Richards School For Young Women Leaders part of?
Richards School For Young Women Leaders is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Richards School For Young Women Leaders located?
Richards School For Young Women Leaders is located in the South Lamar neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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