Serving 509 students in grades 7-12, Leadership For Young Men ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 60-64%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Leadership For Young Men's student population of 509 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
509 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Leadership For Young Men is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)6-9%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
28%
30%
Black
60%
16%
White
11%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)60-64%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Leadership For Young Men often compared to?
Leadership For Young Menis often viewed alongside schools like Johanna Perrin Middle School, Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy, True North Rochester Preparatory Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leadership For Young Men?
The graduation rate of Leadership For Young Men is 60-64%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Leadership For Young Men?
509 students attend Leadership For Young Men.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Leadership For Young Men students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leadership For Young Men?
Leadership For Young Men has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Leadership For Young Men offer ?
Leadership For Young Men offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Leadership For Young Men part of?
Leadership For Young Men is part of Rochester City School District.
In what neighborhood is Leadership For Young Men located?
Leadership For Young Men is located in the Charlotte neighborhood of Rochester, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Charlotte.
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