Serving 285 students in grades 9-12, Pelham Lab High School ranks in the bottom 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 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Pelham Lab High School serves a large attendance zone covering approximately 468.2 square miles in the Bronx, NY, where families can typically expect a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 32.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pelham Lab High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pelham Lab High School's student population of 285 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
285 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pelham Lab High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pelham Lab High School is 0.66, 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
#2886 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
50%
31%
Black
29%
15%
White
9%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)86%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
55%
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 Pelham Lab High School's ranking?
Pelham Lab High School is ranked #2886 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Pelham Lab High School often compared to?
Pelham Lab High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Renaissance High School For Musical Theater And The Arts, Westchester Square Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pelham Lab High School?
The graduation rate of Pelham Lab High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pelham Lab High School?
285 students attend Pelham Lab High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Pelham Lab High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pelham Lab High School?
Pelham Lab High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pelham Lab High School offer ?
Pelham Lab High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pelham Lab High School part of?
Pelham Lab High School is part of New York City Geographic District # 8.
In what neighborhood is Pelham Lab High School located?
Pelham Lab High School is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
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