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#1071 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 23% in state

Urban Assembly New York Harbor School

High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2

10 SOUTH ST-SLIP 7, New York, NY 10004

Enrollment

498

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

7.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,071 of 4,742

In New York

#108 of 346

public schools

In district

#64 of 118

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2

Equity

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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7.6/10

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About Urban Assembly New York Harbor School

Urban Assembly New York Harbor School is a public high school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2. Urban Assembly New York Harbor School serves approximately 498 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Urban Assembly New York Harbor School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,071 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Urban Assembly New York Harbor School show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2021) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2021).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.2
  • NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

45% of students at Urban Assembly New York Harbor School 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change+1.12 pts/yr
Data Period2011–2021
TrendImproving
Academics9.6Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency87% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency92% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency90% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+41.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile94th
College Readiness5.9Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation18.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Chronic Absenteeism44.6%

Urban Assembly New York Harbor School — Students at Urban Assembly New York Harbor School score 90% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

60.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 84.7% (multi-year average, 2011-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 89.0% (multi-year average, 2011-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 22 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2011
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2016
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
97.5%
2018
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2019
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2020*
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2021*
Math
87%
ELA
92%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Urban Assembly New York Harbor School Compares

See how Urban Assembly New York Harbor School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.6/10
77th percentile in NY
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
5.0/10
Average
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Sports
2
1 boys' · 1 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
60%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
44.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
18.7% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics2sports offered
1 boys'·1 girls'·2 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

10 SOUTH ST-SLIP 7, New York, NY 10004

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Urban Assembly New York Harbor School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL OF BUSINESS FOR YOUNG WOMEN (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MILLENNIUM HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, RICHARD R GREEN HIGH SCHOOL OF TEACHING (rated 7.4/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
JOHN V LINDSAY WILDCAT ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL New York 1.0 mi 6.3
BATTERY PARK CITY SCHOOL New York 1.1 mi 8.6
PS 94 New York 1.1 mi 3.8
SOUTH BROOKLYN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 1.0 mi 6.5
PS 15 PATRICK F DALY Brooklyn 1.1 mi 4.9
RICHARD R GREEN HIGH SCHOOL OF TEACHING New York 1.1 mi 7.4
URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL OF BUSINESS FOR YOUNG WOMEN New York 1.1 mi 8.5
LOWER MANHATTAN COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL New York 1.1 mi 8.8
NEW YORK CITY CHARTER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS New York 1.1 mi 6.5
THE LANG SCHOOL New York 1.1 mi 7.1
MILLENNIUM HIGH SCHOOL New York 1.1 mi 8.0
BATTERY PARK MONTESSORI New York 1.2 mi
LEMAN MANHATTAN PREPARATORY SCHOOL New York 1.1 mi 5.4
PS 150 New York 1.2 mi 7.8
QUAD PREPARATORY SCHOOL (THE) Manhattan 1.3 mi 8.7
PINE STREET SCHOOL New York 1.3 mi 8.1
LEADERSHIP & PUBLIC SERVICE HIGH SCHOOL New York 1.3 mi 7.4
HIGH SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS & FINANCE New York 1.3 mi 7.2
RED HOOK NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL Brooklyn 1.2 mi 5.1
SUMMIT ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 1.2 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10004 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$220,592

Median Home Value

$1,866,400

Median Rent

$3,501/mo

Population

3,875

College Educated

90.9%

Homeownership

35.5%

Avg Commute

27.4 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

32.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Urban Assembly New York Harbor School

What grades does Urban Assembly New York Harbor School serve?

Urban Assembly New York Harbor School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Urban Assembly New York Harbor School?

Urban Assembly New York Harbor School has an enrollment of approximately 498 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Urban Assembly New York Harbor School?

The student-teacher ratio at Urban Assembly New York Harbor School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Urban Assembly New York Harbor School rank in NY?

Urban Assembly New York Harbor School ranks #1,071 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Urban Assembly New York Harbor School's MySchoolScout rating?

Urban Assembly New York Harbor School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 New York Harbor School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Urban Assembly New York Harbor School has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2021) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2021).

Is Urban Assembly New York Harbor School a charter school?

No, Urban Assembly New York Harbor School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Urban Assembly New York Harbor School a Title I school?

No, Urban Assembly New York Harbor School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Urban Assembly New York Harbor School?

60.2% of students at Urban Assembly New York Harbor School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
60 Good Transit
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
498
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
60.2%
Type
vocational
Setting
Large City
County
New York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
44.6%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

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