Serving 530 students in grades 6-12, Urban Assembly School For Applied Math And Science 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 21% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Urban Assembly School for Applied Math and Science serves a large attendance zone in the Bronx, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 12.2 miles to the zone's edge and a furthest reach of 30.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Urban Assembly School For Applied Math And Science's student population of 530 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
530 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
School Rankings
Urban Assembly School For Applied Math And Science 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 School For Applied Math And Science is 0.42, 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
#4082 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Hispanic
71%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Black
28%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 12-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)91.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Urban Assembly School For Applied Math And Science's ranking?
Urban Assembly School For Applied Math And Science is ranked #4082 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Urban Assembly School For Applied Math And Science?
The graduation rate of Urban Assembly School For Applied Math And Science is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Urban Assembly School For Applied Math And Science?
530 students attend Urban Assembly School For Applied Math And Science.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Urban Assembly School For Applied Math And Science students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Urban Assembly School For Applied Math And Science?
Urban Assembly School For Applied Math And Science has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Urban Assembly School For Applied Math And Science offer ?
Urban Assembly School For Applied Math And Science offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Urban Assembly School For Applied Math And Science part of?
Urban Assembly School For Applied Math And Science is part of New York City Geographic District # 9.
In what neighborhood is Urban Assembly School For Applied Math And Science located?
Urban Assembly School For Applied Math And Science is located in the Morrisania neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 40 other public schools located in Morrisania.
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