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#2238 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 47% in state
Lehman Alternative Community School
High School · ITHACA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
111 CHESTNUT ST, Ithaca, NY 14850
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,238 of 4,742
In Ithaca
#6 of 13
public schools
In district
#5 of 12
ITHACA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Lehman Alternative Community School
Lehman Alternative Community School is a public high school in Ithaca, NY, part of ITHACA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Lehman Alternative Community School serves approximately 271 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Lehman Alternative Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,238 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Lehman Alternative Community School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 7.5
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Lehman Alternative Community School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9:1 students to teachers, Lehman Alternative Community School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
42% of students at Lehman Alternative Community 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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Lehman Alternative Community School — Students at Lehman Alternative Community School score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.2/10.
How Lehman Alternative Community School Compares
See how Lehman Alternative Community 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
111 CHESTNUT ST, Ithaca, NY 14850
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lehman Alternative Community School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. NEW ROOTS CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ITHACA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LANSING HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Lansing), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ithaca, see our Ithaca schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BEVERLY J MARTIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ithaca | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| NEW ROOTS CHARTER SCHOOL Ithaca | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| FALL CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ithaca | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| ITHACA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Ithaca | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| SOUTH HILL SCHOOL Ithaca | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| BOYNTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Ithaca | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| CASCADILLA SCHOOL Ithaca | 1.8 mi | — |
| EAC MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ithaca | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
| CAYUGA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ithaca | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| BELLE SHERMAN SCHOOL Ithaca | 2.1 mi | 4.9 |
| ITHACA WALDORF SCHOOL Ithaca | 3.5 mi | 6.4 |
| NORTHEAST SCHOOL Ithaca | 3.5 mi | 7.3 |
| DEWITT MIDDLE SCHOOL Ithaca | 3.6 mi | 7.5 |
| TOMPKINS-SENECA-TIOGA BOCES Ithaca | 3.7 mi | 5.6 |
| NAMASTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ithaca | 4.4 mi | 6.3 |
| LANSING MIDDLE SCHOOL Lansing | 7.2 mi | 6.0 |
| RAYMOND C BUCKLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lansing | 7.3 mi | 6.8 |
| LANSING HIGH SCHOOL Lansing | 7.3 mi | 8.3 |
| FINGER LAKES RESIDENTIAL CENTER Lansing | 7.5 mi | — |
| NEWFIELD MIDDLE SCHOOL Newfield | 6.8 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14850 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,689
Median Home Value
$334,800
Median Rent
$1,446/mo
Population
66,495
College Educated
71.8%
Homeownership
44.2%
Avg Commute
19 min
Poverty Rate
18.3%
Median Age
28.7
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| BISHOP LUDDEN JUNIOR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 6.4 |
| CATHOLIC CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Troy, NY | 6.4 |
| COMMUNITY SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE Bronx, NY | 6.4 |
| FABIUS-POMPEY MIDDLE SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL Fabius, NY | 6.4 |
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| LANDMARK HIGH SCHOOL New York, NY | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lehman Alternative Community School
What grades does Lehman Alternative Community School serve?
Lehman Alternative Community School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Lehman Alternative Community School?
Lehman Alternative Community School has an enrollment of approximately 271 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lehman Alternative Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lehman Alternative Community School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lehman Alternative Community School rank in NY?
Lehman Alternative Community School ranks #2,238 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Lehman Alternative Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lehman Alternative Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Lehman Alternative Community School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lehman Alternative Community School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lehman Alternative Community School a charter school?
No, Lehman Alternative Community School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lehman Alternative Community School a Title I school?
No, Lehman Alternative Community School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 271
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Tompkins County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.1%
- Phone
- (607) 274-2183
- 4-Year Graduation
- 74.5%
Resources & Links
District
ITHACA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,103
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,477
- District Rank
- #5 of 12
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