Serving 373 students in grades 9-12, Leaders High 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 top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). 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 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leaders High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Leaders High School's student population of 373 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
373 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Leaders High School is 0.71, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
62%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
16%
10%
Hispanic
44%
30%
Black
8%
16%
White
26%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Leaders High School often compared to?
Leaders High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like High School Of Telecommunication Arts And Technology by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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 Leaders High School?
The graduation rate of Leaders High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Leaders High School?
373 students attend Leaders High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Leaders High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leaders High School?
Leaders High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Leaders High School offer ?
Leaders High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Leaders High School part of?
Leaders High School is part of New York City Geographic District #21 School District.
School Reviews
5 3/16/2017
This is a extraordinary school. This school prepares students for college starting in the 9th grade until the 12th. Students take part in activities and classes to Also help them decide what they want to study for college. Emotional and academic support is always around, whether it's a teacher or classmate. This is a great community overall.
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