HERITAGE SCHOOL (THE)

The Heritage School, located in East Harlem at 1680 Lexington Avenue, is a public secondary school that emphasizes a rigorous academic curriculum integrated with a strong commitment to the arts. Part of the New York City Department of Education, the school is known for its focus on providing a holistic education that prepares students for college and career success. It fosters a supportive, community-oriented environment where students are encouraged to develop critical thinking skills and engage deeply with their studies through project-based learning and creative expression.

Beyond its core academic offerings, The Heritage School is recognized for its emphasis on social-emotional growth and cultural relevance, reflecting the diverse community it serves in Manhattan. The school utilizes its urban setting to provide students with unique learning opportunities, often collaborating with local institutions and organizations. By maintaining a focus on personalized attention and fostering strong student-teacher relationships, Heritage aims to cultivate well-rounded, socially conscious individuals who are prepared to navigate the challenges of higher education and beyond.

1680 LEXINGTON AVE
NEW YORK, NY 10029
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HERITAGE SCHOOL (THE) is a public Title I school in NEW YORK, NY with about 297 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
297
Teachers:
20.76
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 297 students

Hispanic/Latino
65.3%
Black or African American
26.3%
White
3.7%
Asian
2.7%
Two or more races
2.0%

Female
48.1%
Male
51.9%

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.