Serving 443 students in grades 9-12, Urban Assembly Charter School For Computer Science ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher 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.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Urban Assembly Charter School For Computer Science ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Urban Assembly Charter School For Computer Science's student population of 443 students has grown by 295% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 269% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
443 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Urban Assembly Charter School For Computer Science ranks within the top 10% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Urban Assembly Charter School For Computer Science is 0.54, 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
#405 out of 4377 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
58%
29%
Black
35%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
79%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Urban Assembly Charter School For Computer Science's ranking?
Urban Assembly Charter School For Computer Science is ranked #405 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Urban Assembly Charter School For Computer Science often compared to?
Urban Assembly Charter School For Computer Scienceis often viewed alongside schools like Bronx High School Of Science, Belmont Preparatory High School, International Leadership Charter High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Urban Assembly Charter School For Computer Science?
443 students attend Urban Assembly Charter School For Computer Science.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Urban Assembly Charter School For Computer Science students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Urban Assembly Charter School For Computer Science?
Urban Assembly Charter School For Computer 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 Charter School For Computer Science offer ?
Urban Assembly Charter School For Computer Science offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Urban Assembly Charter School For Computer Science part of?
Urban Assembly Charter School For Computer Science is part of Urban Assembly Charter School For Computer Science School District.
In what neighborhood is Urban Assembly Charter School For Computer Science located?
Urban Assembly Charter School For Computer Science is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
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