Serving 413 students in grades 6-12, Urban Assembly Bronx Academy Of Letters ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Urban Assembly Bronx Academy of Letters serves an attendance zone of approximately 2.6 square miles in the Bronx, NY, with most students residing within a 5-10 minute drive and an average distance of 1.1 miles to the school from the zone's edge. The furthest point in the zone is about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Urban Assembly Bronx Academy Of Letters's student population of 413 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
413 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Engaging students in meaningful topics.
School Rankings
Urban Assembly Bronx Academy Of Letters ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Urban Assembly Bronx Academy Of Letters is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4025 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
62%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
32%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
Showing 2009–2022. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bear
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Urban Assembly Bronx Academy Of Letters's ranking?
Urban Assembly Bronx Academy Of Letters is ranked #4025 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Urban Assembly Bronx Academy Of Letters?
The graduation rate of Urban Assembly Bronx Academy Of Letters is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Urban Assembly Bronx Academy Of Letters?
413 students attend Urban Assembly Bronx Academy Of Letters.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Urban Assembly Bronx Academy Of Letters students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Urban Assembly Bronx Academy Of Letters?
Urban Assembly Bronx Academy Of Letters has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Urban Assembly Bronx Academy Of Letters offer ?
Urban Assembly Bronx Academy Of Letters offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Urban Assembly Bronx Academy Of Letters part of?
Urban Assembly Bronx Academy Of Letters is part of New York City Geographic District # 7.
In what neighborhood is Urban Assembly Bronx Academy Of Letters located?
Urban Assembly Bronx Academy Of Letters is located in the Mott Haven neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 38 other public schools located in Mott Haven.
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