Below Average

#3888 of 4,742 schools in NY

Urban Assembly School for Global Commerce (the)

High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5

2005 MADISON AVE, New York, NY 10035

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

147

Student-Teacher

6.7:1

Score

4.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

147

Student-Teacher

6.7:1

Score

4.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,888 of 4,742

In New York

#300 of 346

public schools

In district

#19 of 28

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5

Equity

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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About Urban Assembly School for Global Commerce (the)

Urban Assembly School for Global Commerce (the) is a public high school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5. Urban Assembly School for Global Commerce (the) serves approximately 147 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 6.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Urban Assembly School for Global Commerce (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,888 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Urban Assembly School for Global Commerce (the) show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021).

How it compares1.6 pts below district

4.5

This school 4.5 · Below Average
District avg 6.1
NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

At 147 students, Urban Assembly School for Global Commerce (the) 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 6.7:1 students to teachers, Urban Assembly School for Global Commerce (the) sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

87% of students at Urban Assembly School for Global Commerce (the) 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 Progress2.6Needs Improvement25%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data6

Annual Change-2.73 pts/yr

Data Period2016–2021

TrendDeclining

Academics8.5Excellent25%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency44.5% (2021 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency84.5% (2021 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency65% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+26.9 pts

Adjusted Percentile77th

College Readiness4.7Below Average30%

Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.

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4-Year Graduation Rate74.5%

AP Participation23.8%

IB ProgramNo

Resources & Environment1.7Needs Improvement20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio6.7:1

Chronic Absenteeism87.1%

Urban Assembly School for Global Commerce (the) — Students at Urban Assembly School for Global Commerce (the) score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 64.1% (multi-year average, 2016-2021)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 87.6% (multi-year average, 2016-2021)

School

State

N/A

Based on 12 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2016

Math

84.5%

ELA

84.5%

2017

Math

62%

ELA

82%

2018

Math

74.5%

ELA

95%

2019

Math

74.5%

ELA

95%

2020*

Math

44.5%

ELA

84.5%

2021*

Math

44.5%

ELA

84.5%

* 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: 2.6/10.

How Urban Assembly School for Global Commerce (the) Compares

See how Urban Assembly School for Global Commerce (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

4.5/10

18th percentile in NY

Academic

8.5/10

Excellent

Growth

2.6/10

Needs Improvement

Environment

1.7/10

Needs Improvement

AP Courses

State avg: 2.4

Sports

1 boys' · 0 girls'

Advanced STEM

3/5

Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

92%

Teaching Staff

7:1 student-teacher ratio

22 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

87.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered

23.8% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22

Athletics1sport offered

1 boys'·0 girls'·1 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22

Advanced STEM Courses3 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

2005 MADISON AVE, New York, NY 10035

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Urban Assembly School for Global Commerce (the) may also want to explore other high schools in the area. DEMOCRACY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HARLEM RENAISSANCE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
HARLEM RENAISSANCE HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.1 mi	160	5.0
HARLEM CHILDREN'S ZONE PROMISE ACADEMY II CHARTER SCHOOL New York	0.1 mi	1,054	7.2
PS 133 FRED R MOORE New York	0.2 mi	187	6.3
PS 30 HERNANDEZ/HUGHES New York	0.2 mi	164	6.3
PS 138 New York	0.2 mi	693	—
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 2 New York	0.2 mi	237	7.2
FELLOWSHIP OF LEARNING SCHOOL New York	0.2 mi	1	—
OGORMAN GARDEN MONTESSORI New York	0.2 mi	8	—
THE KINGS ACADEMY OF THE TRUE CHURCH OF GOD New York	0.3 mi	23	—
PS 79 HORAN SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	217	3.7
PS 7 SAMUEL STERN New York	0.4 mi	400	5.2
PS 197 JOHN B RUSSWURM New York	0.4 mi	199	4.1
DEMOCRACY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL New York	0.4 mi	616	6.7
HARLEM PREP CHARTER SCHOOL New York	0.4 mi	793	5.1
DEMOCRACY PREP ENDURANCE CHARTER SCHOOL New York	0.4 mi	634	5.4
HARLEM VILLAGE ACADEMY WEST 2 CHARTER SCHOOL New York	0.4 mi	224	6.5
PS 96 JOSEPH LANZETTA New York	0.5 mi	422	4.6
ST PAUL SCHOOL New York	0.5 mi	177	6.7
GREAT TOMORROWS USA New York	0.4 mi	20	—
PS 175 HENRY H GARNET New York	0.6 mi	272	3.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10035 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$40,556

Median Home Value

$663,500

Median Rent

$1,283/mo

Population

39,082

College Educated

30.7%

Homeownership

9.9%

Avg Commute

37.6 min

Poverty Rate

37.2%

Median Age

36.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Urban Assembly School for Global Commerce (the)

What grades does Urban Assembly School for Global Commerce (the) serve?

Urban Assembly School for Global Commerce (the) serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Urban Assembly School for Global Commerce (the)?

Urban Assembly School for Global Commerce (the) has an enrollment of approximately 147 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Urban Assembly School for Global Commerce (the)?

The student-teacher ratio at Urban Assembly School for Global Commerce (the) is 6.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Urban Assembly School for Global Commerce (the) rank in NY?

Urban Assembly School for Global Commerce (the) ranks #3,888 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Urban Assembly School for Global Commerce (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?

Urban Assembly School for Global Commerce (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 School for Global Commerce (the)?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Urban Assembly School for Global Commerce (the) has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021).

Is Urban Assembly School for Global Commerce (the) a charter school?

No, Urban Assembly School for Global Commerce (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Urban Assembly School for Global Commerce (the) a Title I school?

No, Urban Assembly School for Global Commerce (the) is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Urban Assembly School for Global Commerce (the)?

91.8% of students at Urban Assembly School for Global Commerce (the) 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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Transit Score: 100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score: 81 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades: 9th – 12th
Enrollment: 147
Student-Teacher Ratio: 6.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 22
Free/Reduced Lunch: 91.8%
Type: vocational
Setting: Large City
County: New York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23): 87.1%
Phone: (212) 831-5201
4-Year Graduation: 74.5%

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District

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5

District Enrollment: 8,945
Schools in District: 28
District Rank: #19 of 28

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