Herbert H Lehman High School vs Pelham Lab High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New York, United States, 0 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Herbert H Lehman High School
Bronx · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,087 students
Pelham Lab High School
Bronx · Public high · Grades 9–12
285 students
| Measure | Herbert H Lehman High School Bronx, New York | Pelham Lab High School Bronx, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #604 of 1,079 | #701 of 1,079 |
| National rank | #2862 of 16,910 | #3381 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,087 | 285 |
| Enrollment | 1,087 | 285 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.2% | 84.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 9.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 72% |
| city | Bronx | Bronx |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Herbert H Lehman High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.8 vs 69.7).
- •Herbert H Lehman High School does better on math proficiency (87% vs 72%).
- •Herbert H Lehman High School does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 82%).
- •Herbert H Lehman High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.2% vs 84.9%).
- •Pelham Lab High School does better on students per teacher (9.2 vs 12.4).
- •Herbert H Lehman High School is the larger school with 1,087 students compared with 285.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Herbert H Lehman High School better than Pelham Lab High School?
On the Success Index (US), Herbert H Lehman High School ranks higher (71.8 vs 69.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Herbert H Lehman High School and Pelham Lab High School?
About 0 m in a straight line, between Bronx and Bronx in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Herbert H Lehman High School: 1,087. Pelham Lab High School: 285. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Herbert H Lehman High School and Pelham Lab High School rank in New York?
Herbert H Lehman High School is 604th of 1,079 and Pelham Lab High School is 701st of 1,079 among high schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).