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Austin Independent School District

Richards School for Young Women Leaders

#1 in Niche Standout High Schools in Austin Area
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Public, Alternative, All-Girls
  • 6-12
  • Austin, TX
  • 126 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A
    2. Diversity
      A
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      A
    5. Clubs & Activities
      B-
    6. Health & Safety
      A
    7. Administration
      A+
    8. Sports
      B-
    9. Food
      B-
    10. Resources & Facilities
      C+
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    Richards School for Young Women Leaders is a top rated, public, alternative school located in Austin, TX. It has 785 students in grades 6-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 16 to 1. According to state test scores, 98% of students are at least proficient in math and 97% in reading.
    austinisd.org
    (512) 414-3236
    2206 Prather Ln
    Austin, TX 78704
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    Richards School for Young Women Leaders Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    97%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    98%
    Average Graduation Rate
    90%
    Average SAT
    1200
    108 responses
    Average ACT
    27
    76 responses
    AP Enrollment
    74%
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    Living in the Area
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      C+
    2. Good for Families
      A
    3. Housing
      C+
    Median Household Income
    $66,179
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,256
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $301,614
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    92%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.12 responses
    Poll
    67%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.12 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 55 responses
    Report
    • Homecoming week
      29%
    • College Trips
      27%
    • Alumni Panel
      13%
    • Pep Ralley
      11%
    • Star Walk
      9%
    • Homecoming
      4%
    • Pep rallies
      4%

    Students

    Diversity
    A
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    785
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    56%
    89%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.18 responses
    83%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.18 responses
    89%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.18 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    16:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $46,975
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    4.3%
    88%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.25 responses
    88%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.25 responses
    92%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.25 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    B-
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    High
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Very Low
    Expenses Per Student
    $13,703/ year
    National
    $12,239
    86%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.22 responses
    41%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.22 responses
    82%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.22 responses
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    Richards School for Young Women Leaders Reviews

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    When I first started my middle school journey I was very biased, I was told since an early age that the Ann Richards school for young women leaders shapes young women into leaders and that was just something that I didn't believe but after spending seven years at this school my life have completely changed. I am ready for college, im involved, im a good student but most importantly I am a leader and its all because of the amazing teachers, peers and administration that I have surrounding me and I will never be able to show them the gratitude and love that I have for this school.
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    ARS has given be the best experiences of my life!! There's loads of support for college and reaching one's full potential! Every single junior gets a week long internship with a local company, every senior gets accepted to a 4-year university, everybody will have taken at least five AP classes by the end of their high school career (for most people, 7+).
    All in all, I feel incredibly prepared for college and the world beyond because of Ann Richards.
    I have enjoyed my time at Ann Richards. It has fantastic, caring teachers who put a lot of effort into ensuring students can succeed. It can be overwhelming at times, but I feel very prepared for college. I sometimes wish that the school was a bit bigger because then there would be more options for classes and clubs. Still, if you have a passion, I know that the faculty are very supportive.