Serving 147 students in grades 9-12, Urban Laboratory High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 147 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Urban Laboratory High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Urban Laboratory High School's student population of 147 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
147 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Urban Laboratory High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Urban Laboratory High School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1402 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
32%
29%
Black
27%
16%
White
33%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-59%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Urban Laboratory High School's ranking?
Urban Laboratory High School is ranked #1402 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Urban Laboratory High School often compared to?
Urban Laboratory High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manhattan International High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Urban Laboratory High School?
The graduation rate of Urban Laboratory High School is 50-59%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Urban Laboratory High School?
147 students attend Urban Laboratory High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Urban Laboratory High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Urban Laboratory High School?
Urban Laboratory High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Urban Laboratory High School offer ?
Urban Laboratory High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Urban Laboratory High School part of?
Urban Laboratory High School is part of New York City Geographic District # 2 School District.
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