Serving 570 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 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 570 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Urban Assembly School For Applied Math And Science ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Urban Assembly School For Applied Math And Science's student population of 570 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
570 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
2004
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 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4082 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
71%
30%
Black
28%
16%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 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%.
How many students attend Urban Assembly School For Applied Math And Science?
570 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 American Indian.
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 9:1, 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 School District.
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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