Serving 302 students in grades 9-12, Pelham Lab High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pelham Lab High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Pelham Lab High School's student population of 302 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
302 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pelham Lab High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pelham Lab High School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2043 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
53%
30%
Black
27%
16%
White
7%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pelham Lab High School's ranking?
Pelham Lab High School is ranked #2043 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Pelham Lab High School often compared to?
Pelham Lab High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Renaissance High School For Musical Theater And The Arts, Westchester Square Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pelham Lab High School?
The graduation rate of Pelham Lab High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pelham Lab High School?
302 students attend Pelham Lab High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Pelham Lab High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pelham Lab High School?
Pelham Lab High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pelham Lab High School offer ?
Pelham Lab High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pelham Lab High School part of?
Pelham Lab High School is part of New York City Geographic District # 8 School District.
In what neighborhood is Pelham Lab High School located?
Pelham Lab High School is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
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