Serving 535 students in grades 9-12, Urban Assembly Maker Academy ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% 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)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: The Urban Assembly Maker Academy serves an attendance zone of approximately 468.2 square miles in New York, NY, with a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 12.2 miles, reaching as far as 20.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Urban Assembly Maker Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Urban Assembly Maker Academy's student population of 535 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
535 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Urban Assembly Maker Academy ranks within the top 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 Maker Academy is 0.68, 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
#2163 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
48%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Urban Assembly Maker Academy's ranking?
Urban Assembly Maker Academy is ranked #2163 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Urban Assembly Maker Academy?
The graduation rate of Urban Assembly Maker Academy is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Urban Assembly Maker Academy?
535 students attend Urban Assembly Maker Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Urban Assembly Maker Academy students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Urban Assembly Maker Academy?
Urban Assembly Maker Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Urban Assembly Maker Academy offer ?
Urban Assembly Maker Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Urban Assembly Maker Academy part of?
Urban Assembly Maker Academy is part of New York City Geographic District # 2.
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