Serving 450 students in grades 6-12, Young Women's Steam Research & Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Young Women's Steam Research & Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Young Women's Steam Research & Preparatory Academy's student population of 450 students has grown by 61% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 73% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
450 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Young Women's Steam Research & Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Young Women's Steam Research & Preparatory Academy is 0.44, 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
#3062 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
73%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
17%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Young Women's Steam Research & Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Young Women's Steam Research & Preparatory Academy is ranked #3062 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Young Women's Steam Research & Preparatory Academy?
450 students attend Young Women's Steam Research & Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Young Women's Steam Research & Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Young Women's Steam Research & Preparatory Academy?
Young Women's Steam Research & Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Young Women's Steam Research & Preparatory Academy offer ?
Young Women's Steam Research & Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Young Women's Steam Research & Preparatory Academy part of?
Young Women's Steam Research & Preparatory Academy is part of El Paso Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Young Women's Steam Research & Preparatory Academy located?
Young Women's Steam Research & Preparatory Academy is located in the Highland Park neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Highland Park.
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