The New York City Lab School for Collaborative Studies is a secondary school in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan in New York City. It serves students in grades 6–12 and was described as one of the best schools in Manhattan in 2010 by the New York Post and CUNY.
Serving 413 students in grades 9-12, Nyc Lab High School For Collaborative Studies 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 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nyc Lab High School For Collaborative Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Nyc Lab High School For Collaborative Studies's student population of 413 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
413 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1987
School Motto
Inspired by the power of collaboration, the Lab School challenges students to soar intellectually and to act bravely in our complex world community.
School Rankings
Nyc Lab High School For Collaborative Studies 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 Nyc Lab High School For Collaborative Studies is 0.74, which is more 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
#801 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
28%
10%
Hispanic
24%
31%
Black
7%
15%
White
35%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Alligator
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nyc Lab High School For Collaborative Studies's ranking?
Nyc Lab High School For Collaborative Studies is ranked #801 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Nyc Lab High School For Collaborative Studies often compared to?
Nyc Lab High School For Collaborative Studiesis often viewed alongside schools like Nyc Museum School 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 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nyc Lab High School For Collaborative Studies?
The graduation rate of Nyc Lab High School For Collaborative Studies is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Nyc Lab High School For Collaborative Studies?
413 students attend Nyc Lab High School For Collaborative Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Nyc Lab High School For Collaborative Studies students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 24% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nyc Lab High School For Collaborative Studies?
Nyc Lab High School For Collaborative Studies has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Nyc Lab High School For Collaborative Studies offer ?
Nyc Lab High School For Collaborative Studies offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nyc Lab High School For Collaborative Studies part of?
Nyc Lab High School For Collaborative Studies is part of New York City Geographic District # 2.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
Lab has the worst food I have ever eaten. I have trained with professional chefs in the past and I can verify that this food is absolute rubbish.
5 10/10/2025
By far the best middle school in the area. Much better than Clinton for students.
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