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Pelham Lab High School

High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8

3000 E TREMONT AVE, Bronx, NY 10461

Enrollment

302

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Score

5.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,710 of 4,742

In Bronx

#192 of 452

public schools

In district

#22 of 51

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8

Equity

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Pelham Lab High School

5.9/10

High School in Bronx · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Pelham Lab High School

Pelham Lab High School is a public high school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8. Pelham Lab High School serves approximately 302 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Pelham Lab High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,710 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Pelham Lab High School show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Pelham Lab High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

81% of students at Pelham Lab 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 Progress6.9Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data6
Annual Change-0.9 pts/yr
Data Period2016–2021
TrendStable
Academics9.1Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency77% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency75% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+36.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
College Readiness5.1Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate77%
AP Participation24.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment1.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.4:1
Chronic Absenteeism81.1%

Pelham Lab High School — Students at Pelham Lab High School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 72.8% (multi-year average, 2016-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 80.3% (multi-year average, 2016-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 12 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2016
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
77%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Pelham Lab High School Compares

See how Pelham Lab High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
43th percentile in NY
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Sports
11
4 boys' · 7 girls'
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
81.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
24.5% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics11sports offered
4 boys'·7 girls'·14 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

3000 E TREMONT AVE, Bronx, NY 10461

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pelham Lab High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HERBERT H LEHMAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10), which scores slightly higher. Another option is RENAISSANCE HIGH SCHOOL FOR MUSICAL THEATER AND THE ARTS (rated 6.8/10), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST RAYMOND ACADEMY FOR GIRLS (rated 6.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.9 mi
School Distance Rating
HERBERT H LEHMAN HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.0 mi 6.8
RENAISSANCE HIGH SCHOOL FOR MUSICAL THEATER AND THE ARTS Bronx 0.0 mi 6.8
WESTCHESTER SQUARE ACADEMY Bronx 0.0 mi 6.1
SCHUYLERVILLE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.0 mi 4.5
BRONX RIVER HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.0 mi 4.9
PS 721 STEPHEN MCSWEENEY SCHOOL Bronx 0.2 mi 3.5
PS 12 LEWIS AND CLARK SCHOOL Bronx 0.3 mi 3.5
PS/MS 194 Bronx 0.5 mi 6.3
ST THERESA SCHOOL Bronx 0.7 mi 5.1
PS 71 ROSE E SCALA Bronx 0.6 mi 6.2
E MONROE NEW RENAISSANCE BASKETBALL Bronx 0.7 mi
PS 14 SENATOR JOHN CALANDRA Bronx 0.8 mi 6.2
ST RAYMOND ACADEMY FOR GIRLS Bronx 0.7 mi 6.7
JHS 127 CASTLE HILL (THE) Bronx 0.8 mi 6.9
LINDEN TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx 0.8 mi 5.6
GREEK AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF NEW YORK Bronx 0.9 mi 5.9
BRONX ARTS AND SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx 1.0 mi 1.5
MSGR SCANLAN HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 1.0 mi 4.9
ST RAYMOND HIGH SCHOOL FOR BOYS Bronx 0.8 mi 5.6
OUR SAVIOUR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bronx 0.9 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10461 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,023

Median Home Value

$640,400

Median Rent

$1,741/mo

Population

50,900

College Educated

27.4%

Homeownership

31.4%

Avg Commute

42 min

Poverty Rate

16.8%

Median Age

38.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pelham Lab High School

What grades does Pelham Lab High School serve?

Pelham Lab High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Pelham Lab High School?

Pelham Lab High School has an enrollment of approximately 302 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pelham Lab High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Pelham Lab High School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pelham Lab High School rank in NY?

Pelham Lab High School ranks #2,710 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Pelham Lab High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pelham Lab High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Pelham Lab High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pelham Lab High School has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021).

Is Pelham Lab High School a charter school?

No, Pelham Lab High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Pelham Lab High School a Title I school?

No, Pelham Lab High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pelham Lab High School?

90.7% of students at Pelham Lab 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
93 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
88 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
91 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bronx County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
81.1%
4-Year Graduation
77.0%

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