Serving 331 students in grades 9-12, Urban Assembly School For Media Studies 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 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: The Urban Assembly School for Media Studies serves an expansive attendance area in New York, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 24.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Urban Assembly School For Media Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Urban Assembly School For Media Studies's student population of 331 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
331 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Urban Assembly School For Media Studies 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 Media Studies is 0.51, 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
#4078 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
66%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)76.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Urban Assembly School For Media Studies's ranking?
Urban Assembly School For Media Studies is ranked #4078 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Urban Assembly School For Media Studies often compared to?
Urban Assembly School For Media Studiesis often viewed alongside schools like High School Of Arts And Technology, Manhattan/hunter Science High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Urban Assembly School For Media Studies?
The graduation rate of Urban Assembly School For Media Studies is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Urban Assembly School For Media Studies?
331 students attend Urban Assembly School For Media Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Urban Assembly School For Media Studies students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Urban Assembly School For Media Studies?
Urban Assembly School For Media Studies has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Urban Assembly School For Media Studies offer ?
Urban Assembly School For Media Studies offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Urban Assembly School For Media Studies part of?
Urban Assembly School For Media Studies is part of New York City Geographic District # 3.
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