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#1257 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 27% in state

Leadership & Public Service High School

High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2

90 TRINITY PL, New York, NY 10006

Enrollment

262

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

7.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,257 of 4,742

In New York

#130 of 346

public schools

In district

#71 of 118

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2

Equity

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Leadership & Public Service High School

7.4/10

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About Leadership & Public Service High School

Leadership & Public Service High School is a public high school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2. Leadership & Public Service High School serves approximately 262 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Leadership & Public Service High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,257 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Leadership & Public Service High School show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.2
  • NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

76% of students at Leadership & Public Service 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change+0.45 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendStable
Academics9.3Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency87% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency80% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+39.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
College Readiness7.7Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation38.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Chronic Absenteeism75.6%

Leadership & Public Service High School — Students at Leadership & Public Service High School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

83.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 74.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 84.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
12%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
92%
2018
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2019
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
87%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Leadership & Public Service High School Compares

See how Leadership & Public Service High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
74th percentile in NY
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Sports
1
1 boys' · 0 girls'
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
84%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
75.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
38.9% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics1sport offered
1 boys'·0 girls'·1 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses3 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

90 TRINITY PL, New York, NY 10006

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Leadership & Public Service High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL OF BUSINESS FOR YOUNG WOMEN (rated 8.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MILLENNIUM HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, RICHARD R GREEN HIGH SCHOOL OF TEACHING (rated 7.4/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.6 mi
School Distance Rating
HIGH SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS & FINANCE New York 0.0 mi 7.2
PS 150 New York 0.1 mi 7.8
THE LANG SCHOOL New York 0.2 mi 7.1
QUAD PREPARATORY SCHOOL (THE) Manhattan 0.2 mi 8.7
PINE STREET SCHOOL New York 0.2 mi 8.1
LEMAN MANHATTAN PREPARATORY SCHOOL New York 0.2 mi 5.4
RICHARD R GREEN HIGH SCHOOL OF TEACHING New York 0.3 mi 7.4
URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL OF BUSINESS FOR YOUNG WOMEN New York 0.3 mi 8.5
LOWER MANHATTAN COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL New York 0.3 mi 8.8
NEW YORK CITY CHARTER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS New York 0.3 mi 6.5
MILLENNIUM HIGH SCHOOL New York 0.3 mi 8.0
JOHN V LINDSAY WILDCAT ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL New York 0.3 mi 6.3
BATTERY PARK MONTESSORI New York 0.3 mi
BATTERY PARK CITY SCHOOL New York 0.3 mi 8.6
PS 94 New York 0.3 mi 3.8
THE TITUS SCHOOL New York 0.3 mi 7.9
GERMAN SCHOOL MANHATTAN New York 0.5 mi 6.6
SPRUCE STREET SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 9.1
PS 234 INDEPENDENCE SCHOOL New York 0.5 mi 8.2
PS 89 New York 0.6 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10006 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$209,972

Median Home Value

$1,125,700

Median Rent

$3,501/mo

Population

4,475

College Educated

84.9%

Homeownership

17.4%

Avg Commute

34.8 min

Poverty Rate

13%

Median Age

31.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Leadership & Public Service High School

What grades does Leadership & Public Service High School serve?

Leadership & Public Service High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Leadership & Public Service High School?

Leadership & Public Service High School has an enrollment of approximately 262 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Leadership & Public Service High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Leadership & Public Service High School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Leadership & Public Service High School rank in NY?

Leadership & Public Service High School ranks #1,257 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Leadership & Public Service High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Leadership & Public Service High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Leadership & Public Service High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Leadership & Public Service High School has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Leadership & Public Service High School a charter school?

No, Leadership & Public Service High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Leadership & Public Service High School a Title I school?

No, Leadership & Public Service High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Leadership & Public Service High School?

83.6% of students at Leadership & Public Service 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
100 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
78 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
83.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
New York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
75.6%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

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