HIGH SCHOOL FOR CLIMATE JUSTICE (THE)
301 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Life Sciences Secondary School (LSSS), located on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, is a public secondary school serving students in grades 6 through 12. As its name suggests, the school maintains a strong emphasis on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). It is particularly well-regarded for its robust partnerships with major medical and research institutions in New York City, which provide students with unique opportunities for mentorships, internships, and hands-on laboratory experiences that go beyond the standard classroom curriculum.
Beyond its focus on the sciences, LSSS strives to create a supportive, community-oriented environment that fosters both academic achievement and personal growth. The school offers a diverse range of extracurricular activities and honors-level courses, aiming to prepare its student body for competitive college programs and future careers in medicine, research, and beyond. By blending a rigorous academic focus with a commitment to social-emotional development, Life Sciences Secondary School seeks to empower its students to become critical thinkers and active participants in the scientific community.
Beyond its focus on the sciences, LSSS strives to create a supportive, community-oriented environment that fosters both academic achievement and personal growth. The school offers a diverse range of extracurricular activities and honors-level courses, aiming to prepare its student body for competitive college programs and future careers in medicine, research, and beyond. By blending a rigorous academic focus with a commitment to social-emotional development, Life Sciences Secondary School seeks to empower its students to become critical thinkers and active participants in the scientific community.
301
Total Students
33.8
Full-Time Teachers
8.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
110.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 15 |
| Hispanic | 163 |
| Black | 71 |
| Asian | 23 |
| Two or More | 24 |
| American Indian | 4 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Hispanic163 (54.2 %)
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Black71 (23.6 %)
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Two or More24 (8.0 %)
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Asian23 (7.6 %)
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White15 (5.0 %)
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American Indian4 (1.3 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.3 %)
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 # 2 |
| Phone: | (212)348-1694 |
| Website: | http://www.lifesciencessecondaryschool.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 301 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 33.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 8.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 327 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 4 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
91
Grade 10
93
Grade 11
59
Grade 12
57
Ungraded
1
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 91 |
| Grade 10 | 93 |
| Grade 11 | 59 |
| Grade 12 | 57 |
| Ungraded | 1 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 144 | 47.8% |
| Male | 157 | 52.2% |
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