Herbert H. Lehman High School (08X405)

3000 East Tremont Avenue, Bronx, NY 10461, Bronx
Phone: 718-904-4200
Hours: 9:03am - 3:23pm
School Website: https://www.lehmanhs.com/
NYCDOE Website: https://www.myschools.nyc/en/schools/high-school/08X405/
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School Leader: Denise Williams (dwillia11@schools.nyc.gov)
Parent Coordinator: Rosaline Torruella (rtorruella@schools.nyc.gov)
Respect for All Liaison: Joselyn Rosa (jrosa7@schools.nyc.gov)
Sexual Harassment Prevention Liaison: Tonita Stanford (tstanford@schools.nyc.gov)
504 Coordinator: Denise Cember (dcember@schools.nyc.gov)
504 Coordinator: Daryl Martin (dmartin26@schools.nyc.gov)
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Overview
AI Summary
Herbert H. Lehman High School is a large, diverse high school with multiple admissions programs, including Ed. Opt., Screened (Honors), and Zoned programs, designed to prepare all students for a successful future through comprehensive college and career support. The course offerings are extensive and career-aligned, featuring Advanced Placement (AP) and [more]
Academic Score
  42.34%
Survey Score
  76.22%
About & Events

At Herbert H. Lehman High School, we provide a pathway to success for all students. We challenge, inspire, and nurture every student to prepare them for a successful future. From day one, we provide comprehensive college and career support, beginning in 9th grade with PSAT/SAT preparation, college visits, and scholarship [more]

Reports: School Budget | PTA Financials | Room Utilization

Teachers with more than 3 years of experience: 75%

Academic Highlights: AP, SUNY, and CUNY courses (dual college and high school credit), Digital Arts Pathway: Digital Photography, Filmmaking, Graphic Design including Adobe Photoshop Certification, Computer Science Pathway: Python, Cybersecurity including college credits, Anne Hutchinson Honors Program, Bronx STEAM Center: The Bronx STEAM Center is NYCPSs newest hub for hands-on learning in [more]

Other Features: 10th Grade Seats Available, College Courses Offered, College Courses onsite, College Trips, Community School, Computer Science Coursework, Expert College and Career Advisor On Staff, Financial Literacy Coursework, Health Center, Online Grading System, Paid Internships, Program(s) with 1 SWD Applicant Per Seat, Summer Bridge

School Features:

  • Offers 10th Grade Seats
  • School whose primary location is co-located with another school
  • Guidance Counselors, Social Workers, Bilingual Social Workers

Upcoming Events

AP Courses, Languages, Sports, Art
AP Courses
Algebra II (Advanced Math), AP Biology, AP Psychology, AP United States Government and Politics, AP United States History, Chemistry (Advanced Science), Comp Sci/Math Tech (College Course [Credited]), Econ/Gov (College Course [Credited]), ELA (College Course [Credited]), Math (College Course [Credited]) [more]
Course List
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Languages Offered
Arabic, Greek, Spanish
Diploma Endorsements
Arts, NYS Seal of Biliteracy
Boys PSAL Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Football, Indoor Track, Lacrosse, Outdoor Track, Rugby, Soccer, Wrestling
Girls PSAL Sports
Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Flag Football, Indoor Track, Lacrosse, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball
Co-ed PSAL Sports
Cricket, Stunt
PSAL Team
Lehman Campus
This school is part of a PSAL team comprised of the following schools:
Bronx River High School (08X349)
Herbert H. Lehman High School (08X405)
Pelham Lab High School (08X320)
Renaissance High School for Musical Theater and the Arts (08X293)
Schuylerville Preparatory High School (08X348)
Westchester Square Academy (08X558)
Clubs
Arts and Crafts Club, Dance Club, Gaming Club, Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA), Girls Group, Guitar Club, MSA, Opening Act (Drama), Poets Club, Robotics Club [more]
Art Courses
Digital Media Arts, Exploring Music, General Visual Arts, Music Industry & Contemporary Music, Theater Literacy, Theater Making/Performance, Traditional and Studio Art
Arts Summary
We offer a selection of courses in the visual and performing arts. Visual arts combine traditional methods (drawing, etc.) with digital platforms (Adobe Photoshop). Performing arts include Rock Band (guitar/drums program), digital music, dance (4 year program) and theater. We have dedicated rooms for the arts, including a black box [more]
Programs & Offers
Computer Sciences(X16A)
Computer Science & Technology

The computer science program allows students to explore a computer programming (Python), engineering principles or digital arts platforms (Adobe/Minecraft). Students electing to pursue computer programming will have an opportunity to take courses in basic and advanced Python (computer language), as well as, engineering principles and introduction to robotics.

10th Grade seats available

Method:
Requirement:
Ed. Opt. programs admit students across all academic levels. Students are grouped into Low, Middle, and High categories based on a composite of their academic data. One-third of offers are made to students in each category.
Priority:
  • (Group 1) Bronx students or residents

Applicant Analysis
2024-252023-24
GE applicants/seats:72 / 109 (0.66)76 / 129 (0.59)
SWD applicants/seats:10 / 29 (0.34)31 / 33 (0.94)
Rank Avg: 5.955.57
OffersOffers - Waitlist
Estimated Cutoffs
  GE:All accepted
  SWD:All accepted
Offer Prediction:
Anne Hutchinson Honors Program(X16B)
Science & Math

Our honors program is committed to challenging students and preparing them for college. We boast a 100% graduation rate for the honors program. Students move as a cohort through honors and Advanced Placement courses. Student supports include SAT preparation course, college visits and college essay writing.

10th Grade seats available

Method:
Requirement:
Students are admitted based on their course grades
Priority:
  • (Group 1) Bronx students or residents

Applicant Analysis
2024-252023-24
GE applicants/seats:141 / 73 (1.93)123 / 87 (1.41)
SWD applicants/seats:8 / 20 (0.40)14 / 23 (0.61)
Rank Avg: 6.165.54
OffersOffers - Waitlist
Estimated Cutoffs
  GE:(G5) #0C to (G1) #00
  SWD:All accepted
Offer Prediction:
Biomedical Sciences Program(X16C)
Engineering

The Biomedical Sciences Program is designed for students who wish to pursue medical/ health sciences. Students will follow a four year program and will have opportunities to study anatomy and physiology, bioethics, epidemiology, survey of human disease and end with our capstone course (AP Biology). Students in this program also have an opportunity to work with 3D printing.

10th Grade seats available

Method:
Requirement:
Ed. Opt. programs admit students across all academic levels. Students are grouped into Low, Middle, and High categories based on a composite of their academic data. One-third of offers are made to students in each category.
Priority:
  • (Group 1) New York City residents

Applicant Analysis
2024-252023-24
GE applicants/seats:69 / 64 (1.08)61 / 75 (0.81)
SWD applicants/seats:12 / 17 (0.71)11 / 20 (0.55)
Rank Avg: 6.495.95
OffersOffers - Waitlist
Estimated Cutoffs
  GE:All accepted
  SWD:All accepted
Offer Prediction:
75X721 D75 Inclusion Program at Herbert H. Lehman High School(X16U)
D75 Inclusion Program, D75 Inclusion Program

Method:
Priority:
  • (Group 1) Students currently in or recommended for District 75 Special Education Inclusive Services

Applicant Analysis
2024-252023-24
GE applicants/seats:1 / 1 (1.00)0 / 0 (0.00)
SWD applicants/seats:3 / 3 (1.00)0 / 0 (0.00)
Rank Avg: 2.004.00
OffersWaitlist
Herbert H. Lehman High School ACES 12:1:1 Program(X16Y)

Method:
Priority:
  • (Group 1) Students currently in an ACES (Academics, Career, and Essential Skills) program

Applicant Analysis
2023-242022-23
GE applicants/seats:0 / 0 (0.00)0 / 0 (0.00)
SWD applicants/seats:5 / 0 (0.00)0 / 0 (0.00)
Rank Avg:
Waitlist
Zoned(X16Z)
Zoned

Lehman High School offers an array of computer science (e.g. coding) and digital media courses (e.g. digital photography, film production/editing), as well as AP and SUNY courses.

10th Grade seats available

Method:
Requirement:
Students who live within this school's zone are given priority for this program. To see your child’s zoned school, go to your student's profile in MySchools and scroll down to "Zoned School”.
Priority:
  • (Group 1) Students who live in the zoned area
  • (Group 2) Bronx students or residents

Applicant Analysis
2024-252023-24
GE applicants/seats:72 / 121 (0.60)51 / 101 (0.50)
SWD applicants/seats:19 / 40 (0.48)34 / 28 (1.21)
Rank Avg: 5.625.47
OffersOffers - Waitlist
School Student & Admissions Statistics
School Year
2024-25
2023-24
2022-23
Total Students Across All Grades
1,065
1,111
1,055
    Grade 12 Students
220
203
197
    Grade 11 Students
220
242
259
    Grade 10 Students
315
245
283
    Grade 9 Students
310
421
316
Avg. Class Size
22.0
23.4
16.7
Pupil-Teacher Ratio
11.1
12.3
12.8
Safety Comp. / Susp. / NYPD
<5 / 0 / 50
17 / 52 / 94
15 / 55 / 86
Attendance %
88%
88%
Graduation %
82%
82%
College %
69%
43%
Total Applicants / Seats
Total Offers
2,259 (401) / 442
428
2,078 (405) / 528
479
1,981 (470) / 501
530

This data was gathered from various NYC DOE reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/information-and-data-overview

Survey Summary & Data (2024-25)
Student Responses 90% responded
Academic Rigor 
  70.33%
Academic Engagement 
  61.36%
Safety 
  60.88%
Bully Prevention 
  54.50%
Inclusivity 
  75.45%
Mental Support 
  67.00%
Environment 
  59.36%
Post-School Support 
  72.40%
Teacher Responses 83% responded
Academic Rigor 
  82.00%
School Satisfaction 
  75.38%
Student Behavior 
  65.44%
Student Support 
  90.07%
School Leadership 
  91.80%
Instructional Clarity 
  81.40%
Instructional Development 
  85.89%
Post-School Support 
  93.33%
Family Responses 29% responded
Education 
  87.50%
Teacher Support 
  83.00%
Safety 
  82.33%
School Community 
  65.50%
School Leadership 
  83.50%
Post-School Support 
  88.50%
IEP Support 
  88.33%

Note: Yellow bars indicate city-wide averages for the associated category

View Full NYC DOE Survey Results:

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's yearly school surveys: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/nyc-school-survey

Academic Summary & Data (2023-24)
Academic Proficiency
4-Year Grad. %
  82.30%
CC Regents
  66
Non-CC Regents
  69
Impact Score
  0.46
Performance Score
  0.44
College Aptitude
CCR
  37.70%
SAT Math
  428
SAT R/W
  440
Postsecondary
2-Year College 22.30%
4-Year College 33.90%
Other Postsecondary 0.80%
Vocational Program 0.40%
Unknown 42.60%

View Full Academic Data:

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's yearly quality reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/school-quality-reports-and-resources

School Demographics (2024-25)
Student Population:
Male 60.40%
Female 39.50%
Other 0.10%
English Language Learners:
  9.00%
Students with Disabilities:
  21.20%
Economic Need Index: 
  82.20%
Student Ethnicity:
Asian 7.60%
Black 25.20%
Hispanic 57.00%
White 8.10%
Other 2.10%
Teacher Ethnicity:
Black 8.90%
Hispanic 24.40%
White 58.90%
Other 7.80%

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's demographic snapshots: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/information-and-data-overview

IEP Statistics (2023-24)
IEP Services
Students with IEPs
  21.50%
Students with SETSS
  0.60%
Students with ICT
  12.40%
Students with SC
  5.10%
Has all programs
  97.00%
Has all services
  94.00%
Has some services
  0.00%
Has no services
  6.00%
IEP Student Performance
Regents English
  52
Regents Gl. Hist.
  52
Regents US Hist.
  53
Regents Algebra I
  54
Regents Living Env.
  51
4-Year Grad. Rate
  69.4
IEP Movement
Good
IEP Support 
  88.33%

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's yearly quality reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/school-quality-reports-and-resources

Special Education Programs & Services (2024-25)
ProgramFully ReceivingPartially ReceivingNot Receiving
Integrated Co-Teaching Services146 (97%)<=5 (?)<=5 (?)
SETSS0 (0%)<=5 (?)<=5 (?)
Special Class54 (96%)<=5 (?)<=5 (?)
ServiceFully ReceivingPartially ReceivingNot Receiving
Counseling Services83 (91%)N/A (N/A)8 (9%)
Hearing Education Services<=5 (100%)N/A (N/A)0 (0%)
Occupational Therapy21 (100%)N/A (N/A)0 (0%)
Physical Therapy<=5 (75%)N/A (N/A)<=5 (25%)
Speech-Language Therapy>5 (99%)N/A (N/A)<=5 (1%)
Speech-Language Therapy Bilingual0 (0%)<=5 (100%)0 (0%)
TransportationNumber Receiving
Curb to School21 (70%)
Stop to School0 (0%)
Unassigned9 (30%)

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's Special Education Reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/government-reports/special-education-reports

ELL Performance (2023-24)
Regents English
  50
Regents Gl. Hist.
  51
Regents US Hist.
  57
Regents Algebra I
  58
Regents Living Env.
  52
4-Year Grad. Rate
  75
ELL Progress
  61

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's yearly quality reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/school-quality-reports-and-resources

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