NYC LAB HIGH SCHOOL FOR COLLABORATIVE STUDIES
NYC LAB HIGH SCHOOL FOR COLLABORATIVE STUDIES is a public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2 school district, located in NEW YORK, NY with about 496 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 38 teachers, NYC LAB HIGH SCHOOL FOR COLLABORATIVE STUDIES has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
NYC LAB HIGH SCHOOL FOR COLLABORATIVE STUDIES, located in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan, is a highly selective public school known for its rigorous academic environment and emphasis on project-based learning. As a member of the New York City Consortium of schools, Lab High prioritizes student-centered inquiry, critical thinking, and collaborative work over traditional high-stakes testing. The school’s curriculum is designed to challenge students to connect their studies to the real world, often requiring them to engage in extensive research, oral presentations, and long-term projects that demonstrate mastery of core subjects.
Beyond its academic structure, NYC Lab is widely recognized for its vibrant and supportive community. It maintains a strong reputation for preparing students for competitive university placements by fostering an environment that balances high academic expectations with significant student autonomy. Because of its popularity and relatively small size, the school is considered a top choice for families in New York City, and its location at 333 West 17th Street places it in the heart of a culturally rich district that often informs the school's collaborative and outward-facing educational philosophy.
For more information, contact NYC LAB HIGH SCHOOL FOR COLLABORATIVE STUDIES at (212) 691-6119 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
NEW YORK, NY 10011
(212) 691-6119
http://www.nyclabschool.org
NYC LAB HIGH SCHOOL FOR COLLABORATIVE STUDIES is a public school in NEW YORK, NY with about 496 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New York
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
- Total Students:
- 496
- Teachers:
- 38.01
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 496 students
- White
- 55.6%
- Asian
- 19.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 13.3%
- Two or more races
- 6.5%
- Black or African American
- 4.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.8%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 51.4%
- Male
- 48.6%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.