HERBERT H LEHMAN HIGH SCHOOL
1,071 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Herbert H. Lehman High School, located in the Pelham Bay section of the Bronx, is a large, comprehensive public high school that serves a diverse student body. Known for its expansive campus and wide range of academic offerings, the school provides students with a variety of educational pathways, including Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, Advanced Placement (AP) courses, and specialized honors tracks. The school’s mission focuses on preparing students for both college and the workforce by fostering an environment that emphasizes academic rigor, personal responsibility, and community engagement.
Beyond the classroom, Lehman High School maintains a vibrant extracurricular culture, offering numerous clubs, student organizations, and competitive athletic teams. The school’s size allows it to provide extensive resources, including modern facilities and support services designed to help students navigate their high school experience. By balancing traditional academics with vocational training and social development, the school strives to create a well-rounded educational environment that caters to the varied interests and post-secondary goals of its students.
Beyond the classroom, Lehman High School maintains a vibrant extracurricular culture, offering numerous clubs, student organizations, and competitive athletic teams. The school’s size allows it to provide extensive resources, including modern facilities and support services designed to help students navigate their high school experience. By balancing traditional academics with vocational training and social development, the school strives to create a well-rounded educational environment that caters to the varied interests and post-secondary goals of its students.
1,071
Total Students
84.7
Full-Time Teachers
12.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
82.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 83 |
| Hispanic | 556 |
| Black | 286 |
| Asian | 78 |
| Two or More | 41 |
| American Indian | 22 |
| Pacific Islander | 4 |
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Hispanic556 (52.0 %)
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Black286 (26.7 %)
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White83 (7.8 %)
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Asian78 (7.3 %)
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Two or More41 (3.8 %)
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American Indian22 (2.1 %)
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Pacific Islander4 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8 |
| Phone: | (718)904-4200 |
| Website: | http://www.lehmanhs.com |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,071 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 84.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 868 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 15 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
315
Grade 10
283
Grade 11
266
Grade 12
201
Ungraded
6
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 315 |
| Grade 10 | 283 |
| Grade 11 | 266 |
| Grade 12 | 201 |
| Ungraded | 6 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 466 | 43.5% |
| Male | 604 | 56.4% |
| Not Specified | 1 | 0.1% |
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