MICKEY LELAND COLLEGE PREP ACAD FOR YOUNG MEN

www.ymcpa.org

251 Students

High School 6th - 12th

School Overview

Mickey Leland College Preparatory Academy (MLCP) for Young Men is a specialized, all-male public magnet school located in Houston, Texas, serving students in grades 6 through 12. As part of the Houston Independent School District (HISD), the academy is designed to provide a rigorous academic environment rooted in a college-preparatory curriculum. The school’s mission focuses on developing well-rounded, disciplined, and globally conscious leaders through high academic standards, strong mentorship, and a structured, supportive community.

The academy is well-known for its emphasis on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education, offering a variety of Advanced Placement (AP) courses and unique extracurricular opportunities. By fostering an environment of brotherhood and ambition, MLCP aims to prepare its students not only for the challenges of higher education but also for professional success and civic responsibility. Its commitment to specialized instruction and personal development makes it a standout choice for families seeking an immersive, college-focused education in the Houston area.

251

Total Students

21.1

Full-Time Teachers

11.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

76.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for MICKEY LELAND COLLEGE PREP ACAD FOR YOUNG MEN
Demographic	Student Count
White	7
Hispanic	118
Black	113
Asian	3
Two or More	9
American Indian	1

Hispanic
118 (47.0%)
Black
113 (45.0%)
Two or More
9 (3.6%)
White
7 (2.8%)
Asian
3 (1.2%)
American Indian
1 (0.4%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	N/A
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	HOUSTON ISD
Phone:	(713)226-2668
Website:	http://www.ymcpa.org
Grade Range:	6th - 12th
Total Students:	251
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	21.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	11.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	192
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 6 41

Grade 7 46

Grade 8 26

Grade 9 33

Grade 10 38

Grade 11 29

Grade 12 38