Herbert H. Lehman High School is a public high school at 3000 East Tremont Avenue, in the Westchester Square section of the Bronx, New York City. The school is named after former New York State Governor Herbert Henry Lehman. The school is not affiliated with Lehman College in the Bronx, also named after the governor.
Serving 1,087 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 60-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 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 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,087 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Herbert H Lehman High School serves an attendance zone of approximately 5.8 square miles in the Bronx, NY, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, and the furthest edge of the zone being about 3.5 miles away.
- 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
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Herbert H Lehman High School's student population of 1,087 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
1,087 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Motto
Engage and Empower for Tomorrow
School Rankings
Herbert H Lehman High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herbert H Lehman High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#615 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
57%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Hawks
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 #615 out of 4,346 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 Bronx River High School, 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?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Herbert H Lehman High School?
The graduation rate of Herbert H Lehman High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Herbert H Lehman High School?
1,087 students attend Herbert H Lehman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Herbert H Lehman High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herbert H Lehman High School?
Herbert H Lehman High School has a student ration of 12:1, 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 (Supplemental virtual).
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.
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 10/10/2025
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.
5 10/10/2025
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!
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