Serving 179 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 8:1 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 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Urban Assembly Unison School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Urban Assembly Unison School's student population of 179 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 69% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
179 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
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 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. 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
8:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
22%
30%
Black
69%
16%
White
4%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
179 students attend Urban Assembly Unison School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Urban Assembly Unison School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Urban Assembly Unison School?
Urban Assembly Unison School has a student ration of 8:1, 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 School District.
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.
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