Herbert H. Lehman High School: admissions and school facts
Herbert H. Lehman High School (DBN 08X405) is a New York City public high school in Schuylerville-Throgs Neck, the Bronx with 5 admissions programs. Admission: Educational Option (Ed. Opt.), Screened, District 75 inclusive services, Zoned priority. Its average SAT is 874 (2024-25), against a median of 871.5 across NYC high schools. 82% of students graduate in four years.
- Programs
- 5
- Average SAT
- 874
- NYC median 871.5
- 4-year graduation
- 82%
- College and career rate
- 57%
- Students
- 1091
- Applicants per seat
- 0–1
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How to get in
Seats and applicants are from the DOE directory for the Fall 2025 admissions round. Rules can change: confirm them on MySchools.
Educational Option (Ed. Opt.)X16A
Focus: Computer Science & Technology
Educational Option: the school takes students of mixed levels. About 16% of seats go to high-scoring students, 68% to mid-range and 16% to lower-scoring; a random number decides within each category.
129 seats · 76 applicants · 1 per seat
ScreenedX16B
Focus: Science & Math
The school ranks students by its own criteria (usually grades, sometimes attendance and tests). Seats are offered by rank within each priority group.
87 seats · 123 applicants · 1 per seat
Educational Option (Ed. Opt.)X16C
Focus: Engineering
Educational Option: the school takes students of mixed levels. About 16% of seats go to high-scoring students, 68% to mid-range and 16% to lower-scoring; a random number decides within each category.
75 seats · 61 applicants · 1 per seat
District 75 inclusive servicesX16U
For students whose IEP recommends District 75 inclusive services. Your child’s IEP team can explain eligibility and how to apply.
0 seats · 0 applicants · under 1 per seat
Zoned priorityX16Z
Priority or a guarantee for students who live in the school's zone.
101 seats · 51 applicants · 1 per seat
About the school
Herbert H. Lehman High School is committed to challenging, engaging and developing the minds of all of our students. College and career support begins in the 9th grade with PSAT/SAT preparation, college visits and scholarship opportunities. Students can challenge themselves by enrolling in honors courses, Advanced Placement (AP), SUNY and College Now courses. Additionally, we offer courses for those interested in STEM fields (i.e. engineering) and research experiences, computer science/coding/cybersecurity and traditional/digital arts. Lehman also offers extensive opportunities to participate in clubs, sports, community service, internships, regents preparation and after school tutoring. Students attending our school are eligible to apply to the Bronx STEAM Center. Students accepted to Bronx STEAM will spend a portion of their school day and at least two years engaging in high...
Courses and languages
Languages: Spanish
AP courses (5): Biology, Calculus BC, Psychology, Spanish Language and Culture, United States Government and Politics
Sports and clubs
Girls: Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Flag Football, Indoor Track, Lacrosse, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball
Boys: Baseball, Basketball, Football, Indoor Track, Lacrosse, Outdoor Track, Rugby, Soccer, Wrestling
Co-ed: Cricket, Stunt
Clubs: Spectrum, STEM Club, Gaming Club, Tabletop Games Club, Girls Group, Arts and Crafts Club, Opening Act (Drama), Weight Training Club, Dance Club, MSA, Poets Club, Guitar Club, Robotics Club, Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA)
Students
- Girls
- 41%
- English language learners
- 7%
- Students with disabilities
- 18%
- Economic need index
- 81%
- Asian
- 8%
- Black
- 27%
- Hispanic
- 56%
- White
- 6%
- Multi-racial
- 1%
- Native American
- 2%
What the school community says
Share of positive answers in the 2026 NYC School Survey. This is a DOE survey, not a rating from us.
- Students feel safe
- 79%
- Rigorous instruction
- 58%
- Supportive environment
- 62%
- Family and community ties
- 83%
Location and getting there
- Address
- 3000 East Tremont Avenue, Bronx, NY 10461
- Neighborhood
- Schuylerville-Throgs Neck
- Subway
- 6 to Westchester Square-East Tremont Av
- Bus
- Bx21, Bx24, Bx31, Bx4, Bx40, Bx42, Bx4A, Bx8
- School hours
- 9:03 AM – 3:23 PM
- Building access
- Partially Accessible
Where to check and ask
Common questions
How do you get into Herbert H. Lehman High School?
Herbert H. Lehman High School admits students through: Educational Option (Ed. Opt.), Screened, District 75 inclusive services, Zoned priority. Families apply by ranking programs on one MySchools application; the application closes December 4, 2026 for fall 2027 entry.
How competitive is Herbert H. Lehman High School?
In the Fall 2025 round the school’s programs had from 0 to 1 applicants per seat. Your real chance also depends on your priority group and admissions method.
What is the average SAT at Herbert H. Lehman High School?
The average SAT was 874 in 2024-25, compared with a median of 871.5 across NYC high schools (DOE data, students who took the test).
What is the graduation rate at Herbert H. Lehman High School?
82% of students graduate in four years, and the college and career rate is 57% (DOE Fall 2025 directory).
Where is Herbert H. Lehman High School and how do you get there?
The school is at 3000 East Tremont Avenue, the Bronx. Subway: 6 to Westchester Square-East Tremont Av. Bus: Bx21, Bx24, Bx31, Bx4, Bx40, Bx42, Bx4A, Bx8.
Other high schools nearby
Sources: NYC DOE Fall 2025 admissions directory, DOE InfoHub demographics 2025-26, SAT 2024-25, NYC School Survey. School Match is not affiliated with NYC Public Schools. How we calculate chances, and how accurate they are