Average
#1743 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 37% in state
Emma Lazarus High School
School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
100 HESTER ST, New York, NY 10002
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
6.9
Grades
9th – 11th
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
6.9
Grades
9th – 11th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,743 of 4,742
In New York
#162 of 346
public schools
In district
#85 of 118
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Emma Lazarus High School
Emma Lazarus High School is a public school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2. Emma Lazarus High School serves approximately 303 students, and covers grades 9th-11th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Emma Lazarus High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,743 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Emma Lazarus High School show 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2021).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 7.4
- NY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Emma Lazarus High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Emma Lazarus High School — Students at Emma Lazarus High School score 85% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 24 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How Emma Lazarus High School Compares
See how Emma Lazarus High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
100 HESTER ST, New York, NY 10002
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Emma Lazarus High School may also want to explore other schools in the area. PS 124 YUNG WING (rated 9.2/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HIGH SCHOOL FOR DUAL LANGUAGE AND ASIAN STUDIES (rated 8.8/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 126 JACOB AUGUST RIIS (rated 8.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MS 131 New York | 0.0 mi | 7.4 |
| PACE HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.0 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 124 YUNG WING New York | 0.2 mi | 9.2 |
| PS 42 BENJAMIN ALTMAN New York | 0.1 mi | 8.1 |
| MESIVTA TIFERETH JERUSALEM New York | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 2 MEYER LONDON New York | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| NEW DESIGN HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR DUAL LANGUAGE AND ASIAN STUDIES New York | 0.2 mi | 8.8 |
| ESSEX STREET ACADEMY New York | 0.2 mi | 8.2 |
| URBAN ASSEMBLY ACADEMY OF GOVERNMENT AND LAW New York | 0.2 mi | 7.8 |
| LOWER MANHATTAN ARTS ACADEMY New York | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| PS 130 HERNANDO DE SOTO New York | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| PS 1 ALFRED E SMITH New York | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| TRANSFIGURATION SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| CASCADES HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| FORSYTHE SATELLITE ACADEMY New York | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| TRANSFIGURATION UPPER AND LOWER CAMPUS New York | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| PS 126 JACOB AUGUST RIIS New York | 0.4 mi | 8.5 |
| PATHWAYS CHILDRENS SERVICES New York | 0.5 mi | — |
| ORCHARD COLLEGIATE ACADEMY New York | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,525
Median Home Value
$808,500
Median Rent
$1,207/mo
Population
75,517
College Educated
39%
Homeownership
18.6%
Avg Commute
31.1 min
Poverty Rate
24.9%
Median Age
42.9
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Emma Lazarus High School
What grades does Emma Lazarus High School serve?
Emma Lazarus High School serves students in grades 9th through 11th.
How many students attend Emma Lazarus High School?
Emma Lazarus High School has an enrollment of approximately 303 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Emma Lazarus High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Emma Lazarus High School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Emma Lazarus High School rank in NY?
Emma Lazarus High School ranks #1,743 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Emma Lazarus High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Emma Lazarus High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Emma Lazarus High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Emma Lazarus High School has 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2021).
Is Emma Lazarus High School a charter school?
No, Emma Lazarus High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Emma Lazarus High School a Title I school?
No, Emma Lazarus High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Emma Lazarus High School?
94.4% of students at Emma Lazarus High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 11th
- Enrollment
- 303
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.2%
- Phone
- (212) 925-5017
- 4-Year Graduation
- 52.0%
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2- District Enrollment
- 55,421
- Schools in District
- 119
- District Rank
- #85 of 118
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