Serving 303 students in grades 9-11, Emma Lazarus High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than 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 12:1 is higher 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: 9-11
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 45-49% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emma Lazarus High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Emma Lazarus High School's student population of 303 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-11
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
303 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Emma Lazarus 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 Emma Lazarus 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
#1581 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
32%
10%
Hispanic
50%
30%
Black
11%
16%
White
7%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
45-49%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emma Lazarus High School's ranking?
Emma Lazarus High School is ranked #1581 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Emma Lazarus High School often compared to?
Emma Lazarus High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pace High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% 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 Emma Lazarus High School?
The graduation rate of Emma Lazarus High School is 45-49%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Emma Lazarus High School?
303 students attend Emma Lazarus High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Emma Lazarus High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, and 7% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emma Lazarus High School?
Emma Lazarus High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Emma Lazarus High School offer ?
Emma Lazarus High School offers enrollment in grades 9-11 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Emma Lazarus High School part of?
Emma Lazarus High School is part of New York City Geographic District # 2 School District.
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