Below Average
#3605 of 4,742 schools in NY
Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5
509 W 129TH ST, New York, NY 10027
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher
4.6:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher
4.6:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,605 of 4,742
In New York
#281 of 346
public schools
In district
#16 of 28
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5
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About Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders
Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders is a public middle school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5. Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders serves approximately 78 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 4.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,605 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 78 students, Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 4.6:1 students to teachers, Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
69% of students at Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders — Students at Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 31 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.
How Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders Compares
See how Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
509 W 129TH ST, New York, NY 10027
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. KIPP BEYOND CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HAMILTON GRANGE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEW DESIGN MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10027 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,220
Median Home Value
$915,000
Median Rent
$1,609/mo
Population
65,068
College Educated
51.8%
Homeownership
15.7%
Avg Commute
31.5 min
Poverty Rate
23.7%
Median Age
32.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders
What grades does Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders serve?
Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders?
Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders has an enrollment of approximately 78 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders?
The student-teacher ratio at Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders is 4.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders rank in NY?
Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders ranks #3,605 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders's MySchoolScout rating?
Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders a charter school?
No, Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders a Title I school?
No, Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders?
96.2% of students at Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 78
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 69.2%
- Phone
- (212) 543-4960
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5- District Enrollment
- 8,945
- Schools in District
- 28
- District Rank
- #16 of 28
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