Serving 280 students in grades 6-12, Lehman Alternative Community School ranks in the top 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 40-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lehman Alternative Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lehman Alternative Community School's student population of 280 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
280 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lehman Alternative Community School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lehman Alternative Community School is 0.44, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1580 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
5%
16%
White
74%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lehman Alternative Community School's ranking?
Lehman Alternative Community School is ranked #1580 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Lehman Alternative Community School often compared to?
Lehman Alternative Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ithaca Senior High School, New Roots Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lehman Alternative Community School?
The graduation rate of Lehman Alternative Community School is 70-79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Lehman Alternative Community School?
280 students attend Lehman Alternative Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Lehman Alternative Community School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lehman Alternative Community School?
Lehman Alternative Community School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lehman Alternative Community School offer ?
Lehman Alternative Community School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lehman Alternative Community School part of?
Lehman Alternative Community School is part of Ithaca City School District.
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