Serving 520 students in grades 9-12, Urban Assembly Maker Academy ranks in the top 20% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher 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 90% 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: Vocational school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Urban Assembly Maker Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Urban Assembly Maker Academy's student population of 520 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
520 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Urban Assembly Maker Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Urban Assembly Maker Academy is 0.71, 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
#720 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
44%
29%
Black
29%
16%
White
10%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Maker Academy's ranking?
Urban Assembly Maker Academy is ranked #720 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Urban Assembly Maker Academy?
The graduation rate of Urban Assembly Maker Academy is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Urban Assembly Maker Academy?
520 students attend Urban Assembly Maker Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Urban Assembly Maker Academy students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Urban Assembly Maker Academy?
Urban Assembly Maker Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Urban Assembly Maker Academy offer ?
Urban Assembly Maker Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Urban Assembly Maker Academy part of?
Urban Assembly Maker Academy is part of New York City Geographic District # 2 School District.
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