Serving 415 students in grades 7-12, University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men's student population of 415 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
415 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men is 0.39, 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
#4242 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
13%
29%
Black
77%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
11%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men's ranking?
University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men is ranked #4242 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men often compared to?
University Preparatory Charter School For Young Menis often viewed alongside schools like Rochester Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men?
The graduation rate of University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men is 70-79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men?
415 students attend University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men?
University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men offer ?
University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men part of?
University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men is part of University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men School District.
In what neighborhood is University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men located?
University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men is located in the Maplewood Historic District neighborhood of Rochester, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in Maplewood Historic District.
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