Serving 172 students in grades 6-8, Urban Assembly Unison School 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 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Urban Assembly Unison School serves a 3.5 square mile area in Brooklyn, NY, with a typical drive time of 5 to 10 minutes to the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 1.5 miles, extending up to 2.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Urban Assembly Unison School's student population of 172 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
172 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2024
School Calendar
School Motto
Where everyone has a seat at the table
School Rankings
Urban Assembly Unison School 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 Unison School is 0.47, 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
#3906 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
69%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 12-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 Unison School's ranking?
Urban Assembly Unison School is ranked #3906 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Urban Assembly Unison School often compared to?
Urban Assembly Unison Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elijah Stroud Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Urban Assembly Unison School?
172 students attend Urban Assembly Unison School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Urban Assembly Unison School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Urban Assembly Unison School?
Urban Assembly Unison School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Urban Assembly Unison School offer ?
Urban Assembly Unison School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Urban Assembly Unison School part of?
Urban Assembly Unison School is part of New York City Geographic District #13.
In what neighborhood is Urban Assembly Unison School located?
Urban Assembly Unison School is located in the Clinton Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Clinton Hill.
School Reviews
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