Herbert H Lehman High School

Herbert H Lehman High School serves 1,119 students in grades 9-12 in the Bronx, providing a comprehensive high school experience with a favorable student-teacher ratio of 12.7:1 and 88 full-time equivalent teachers. The school operates as a regular public institution with room for academic growth, currently ranking in the 35th percentile among New York high schools. Located at 3000 E Tremont Avenue, the school sits within a diverse urban community where families demonstrate resilience and aspiration.

The surrounding neighborhood reflects a working-class character, with a median household income of $64,444 and home values averaging $626,700, indicating a stable residential area despite economic challenges. The school's relatively small class sizes, given its urban setting, allow for more personalized attention as students work toward graduation and post-secondary goals. While academic performance data shows opportunities for improvement, the dedicated teaching staff works within a large city environment to support student development across all four grade levels.

Herbert H Lehman High School operates in a vibrant Bronx community of over 50,000 residents, where 27% of adults hold bachelor's degrees or higher, creating a neighborhood that values educational advancement while maintaining strong community ties.