Serving 1,034 students in grades 9-12, Herbert H Lehman High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher 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 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,034 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herbert H Lehman High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Herbert H Lehman High School's student population of 1,034 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,034 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Herbert H Lehman High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herbert H Lehman High School is 0.64, 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
#796 out of 4093 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
52%
29%
Black
28%
16%
White
8%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herbert H Lehman High School's ranking?
Herbert H Lehman High School is ranked #796 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Herbert H Lehman High School often compared to?
Herbert H Lehman High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Renaissance High School For Musical Theater And The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% 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 Herbert H Lehman High School?
The graduation rate of Herbert H Lehman High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Herbert H Lehman High School?
1,034 students attend Herbert H Lehman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Herbert H Lehman High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Herbert H Lehman High School?
Herbert H Lehman High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Herbert H Lehman High School offer ?
Herbert H Lehman High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Herbert H Lehman High School part of?
Herbert H Lehman High School is part of New York City Geographic District # 8 School District.
In what neighborhood is Herbert H Lehman High School located?
Herbert H Lehman High School is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
School Reviews
5 11/15/2012
i like the football team! Iam not in this school but i hear "its really good" from all my friends that go there and from what i see it look very engaging!
5 1/16/2008
I think i should apply for this high school because Herbert H. Lehman High School is the perfect school for me. I am a junior in the junior high school called Arturo Toscanni Complex in the Bronx but my school was split into three schools, so now my schools name is Jhs 145. I will send an application to this school because due to my research this school has a great rating.
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