At a glance
Reported students
251
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
21.06
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
11.9:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
06–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Texas high enrollment
37th percentile
Compared with 1,941 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
498
Mickey Leland College Prep Acad for Young Men: 251 reported students.
State peer staffing position
35th percentile
11.9:1 reported; state peer median 13.9:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 371
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23.21
- Student–teacher ratio
- 16:1
What the reported data says about Mickey Leland College Prep Acad for Young Men
Mickey Leland College Prep Acad for Young Men is a public high school serving grades 06–12 in Houston. It is one of 273 current school records connected to Houston ISD. NCES reports 251 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,941 high schools in Texas with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 431 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 37th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 11.9:1, below the Texas median of 13.9:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (47%) and Black (45%). English learners represent 9.4% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 4.3%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 13 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Mickey Leland College Prep Acad for Young Men
- 1How do the reported 11.9:1 student–teacher ratio and 21.06 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 9.4%
- Students with disabilities
- 4.3%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 76.5%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White2.8%
- Hispanic47%
- Black45%
- Asian1.2%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.4%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial3.6%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
13 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Houston ISD
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Jones Futures Academy
High · Grades 09–12
298 reported students
Liberty H S
High · Grades 09–12
352 reported students
Eastwood Academy
High · Grades 09–12
365 reported students
Middle College H S at HCC Fraga
High · Grades 09–12
130 reported students
H S for Law and Justice
High · Grades 09–12
391 reported students
Harper DAEP
High · Grades 09–12
76 reported students
Public schools near Mickey Leland College Prep Acad for Young Men
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| YES Prep - 5th Ward High · Charter · YES Prep Public Schools Inc | 06–12 | 933 | 0.4 mi |
| Wheatley H S High · Houston ISD | 09–12 | 537 | 1 mi |
| Northside H S High · Houston ISD | 09–12 | 1,058 | 1.5 mi |
| Texans Can Academy - Houston North High · Charter · Texans Can Academies | 09–12 | 254 | 1.5 mi |
| Middle College H S at HCC Fraga High · Houston ISD | 09–12 | 130 | 1.7 mi |
| East Early College H S High · Houston ISD | 09–12 | 458 | 1.7 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Mickey Leland College Prep Acad for Young Men
What grades does Mickey Leland College Prep Acad for Young Men serve?
Mickey Leland College Prep Acad for Young Men reports grades 06–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Houston ISD.
How many students attend Mickey Leland College Prep Acad for Young Men?
Mickey Leland College Prep Acad for Young Men reported 251 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 37th percentile among 1,941 Texas high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 371 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Mickey Leland College Prep Acad for Young Men?
The calculated ratio is 11.9:1, based on 251 students and 21.06 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Texas median for the same school level is 13.9:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Mickey Leland College Prep Acad for Young Men a public, charter, or magnet school?
Mickey Leland College Prep Acad for Young Men is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Mickey Leland College Prep Acad for Young Men students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
76.5% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Mickey Leland College Prep Acad for Young Men in?
Mickey Leland College Prep Acad for Young Men is part of Houston ISD, based in Houston, TX, which operates 273 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Mickey Leland College Prep Acad for Young Men?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include YES Prep - 5th Ward (0.4 mi), Wheatley H S (1 mi), Northside H S (1.5 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.