Serving 95 students in grades 9-12, Urban Assembly School For Music And Art ranks in the top 30% 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 <50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 95 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Urban Assembly School For Music And Art ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Urban Assembly School For Music And Art's student population of 95 students has declined by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
95 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Rankings
Urban Assembly School For Music And Art ranks within the top 30% 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 Music And Art is 0.43, 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
#1210 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
26%
30%
Black
71%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Music And Art's ranking?
Urban Assembly School For Music And Art is ranked #1210 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Urban Assembly School For Music And Art?
The graduation rate of Urban Assembly School For Music And Art is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Urban Assembly School For Music And Art?
95 students attend Urban Assembly School For Music And Art.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Urban Assembly School For Music And Art students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Urban Assembly School For Music And Art?
Urban Assembly School For Music And Art has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Urban Assembly School For Music And Art offer ?
Urban Assembly School For Music And Art offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Urban Assembly School For Music And Art part of?
Urban Assembly School For Music And Art is part of New York City Geographic District #13 School District.
In what neighborhood is Urban Assembly School For Music And Art located?
Urban Assembly School For Music And Art is located in the Bridge Plaza neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Bridge Plaza.
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