Young Women's Preparatory Academy is a grade 6-12 magnet school for girls, located in the Little Havana neighborhood of Miami, Florida, United States. It is a part of Miami-Dade County Public Schools. YWPA was the first public school established in South Florida that was only for girls.
Serving 295 students in grades 6-12, Young Womens Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Young Womens Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Young Womens Preparatory Academy's student population of 295 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
295 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Colors
White, Azure Blue
School Rankings
Young Womens Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Young Womens Preparatory Academy is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#75 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
68%
38%
Black
16%
21%
White
11%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Monarch Butterfly
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Young Womens Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Young Womens Preparatory Academy is ranked #75 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Young Womens Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Young Womens Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Mast Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Young Womens Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Young Womens Preparatory Academy is 90%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Young Womens Preparatory Academy?
295 students attend Young Womens Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Young Womens Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Young Womens Preparatory Academy?
Young Womens Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Young Womens Preparatory Academy offer ?
Young Womens Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Young Womens Preparatory Academy part of?
Young Womens Preparatory Academy is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Young Womens Preparatory Academy located?
Young Womens Preparatory Academy is located in the Little Havana neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 18 other public schools located in Little Havana.
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