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#1167 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 25% in state

Urban Assembly School for Green Careers (the)

High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3

145 W 84TH ST, New York, NY 10024

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

316

Student-Teacher

9.6:1

Score

7.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

316

Student-Teacher

9.6:1

Score

7.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,167 of 4,742

In New York

#125 of 346

public schools

In district

#22 of 42

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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About Urban Assembly School for Green Careers (the)

Urban Assembly School for Green Careers (the) is a public high school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3. Urban Assembly School for Green Careers (the) serves approximately 316 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Urban Assembly School for Green Careers (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,167 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Urban Assembly School for Green Careers (the) show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2021) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2021).

How it comparesOn par with district

7.5

This school 7.5 · Very Good
District avg 7.2
NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Urban Assembly School for Green Careers (the) sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

85% of students at Urban Assembly School for Green Careers (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 Progress9.8Excellent25%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data10

Annual Change+2.46 pts/yr

Data Period2012–2021

TrendImproving

Academics7.9Very Good25%

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

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Math Proficiency37% (2021 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency74.5% (2021 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency56% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+17.1 pts

Adjusted Percentile69th

College Readiness9.1Excellent30%

Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.

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4-Year Graduation Rate92%

AP Participation63.9%

IB ProgramNo

Resources & Environment1.8Needs Improvement20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio9.6:1

Chronic Absenteeism84.5%

Urban Assembly School for Green Careers (the) — Students at Urban Assembly School for Green Careers (the) score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

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Free/Reduced Lunch

88.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 56.8% (multi-year average, 2012-2021)

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State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 73.3% (multi-year average, 2012-2021)

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State

N/A

Based on 20 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2012

Math

52%

ELA

67%

2013

Math

ELA

15%

2014

Math

82%

ELA

82%

2015

Math

77%

ELA

82%

2016

Math

72%

ELA

87%

2017

Math

72%

ELA

87%

2018

Math

67%

ELA

82%

2019

Math

67%

ELA

82%

2020*

Math

37%

ELA

74.5%

2021*

Math

37%

ELA

74.5%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Urban Assembly School for Green Careers (the) Compares

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

Overall Score

7.5/10

75th percentile in NY

Academic

7.9/10

Very Good

Growth

9.8/10

Excellent

Environment

1.8/10

Needs Improvement

AP Courses

State avg: 2.4

Sports

2 boys' · 3 girls'

Advanced STEM

3/5

Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

89%

Teaching Staff

10:1 student-teacher ratio

33 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

84.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered

63.9% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22

Athletics5sports offered

2 boys'·3 girls'·5 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

145 W 84TH ST, New York, NY 10024

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Urban Assembly School for Green Careers (the) may also want to explore other high schools in the area. GLOBAL LEARNING COLLABORATIVE (THE) (rated 7.7/10), with a very similar rating. Another option is FRANK MCCOURT HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10), with a very similar rating. Additionally, INNOVATION DIPLOMA PLUS (rated 6.8/10), with a comparable rating. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.3 mi

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INNOVATION DIPLOMA PLUS New York	0.0 mi	122	6.8
GLOBAL LEARNING COLLABORATIVE (THE) New York	0.0 mi	393	7.7
FRANK MCCOURT HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.0 mi	426	7.3
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-UPPER WEST New York	0.0 mi	1,001	7.5
PS 9 SARAH ANDERSON New York	0.1 mi	497	7.8
MANHATTAN COUNTRY SCHOOL New York	0.1 mi	259	4.7
MS 243 CENTER SCHOOL New York	0.1 mi	251	7.6
GAN ALIYA New York	0.1 mi	42	6.4
THE SMITH SCHOOL New York	0.1 mi	33	6.6
PS 166 RICHARD ROGERS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS & SCIENCE (THE) New York	0.2 mi	600	8.7
BEIT RABBAN DAY SCHOOL New York	0.2 mi	95	6.9
BAIS YAAKOV BNOS ALIYA New York	0.2 mi	30	6.2
THE GENEVA SCHOOL OF MANHATTAN New York	0.3 mi	232	7.9
PS 811 MICKEY MANTLE SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	513	4.0
PS 87 WILLIAM SHERMAN New York	0.3 mi	726	7.5
METROPOLITAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	101	8.4
MS 247 DUAL LANGUAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL New York	0.4 mi	206	6.1
MS 245 COMPUTER SCHOOL (THE) New York	0.4 mi	364	8.4
ANDERSON SCHOOL (THE) New York	0.4 mi	510	8.0
DWIGHT SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	742	7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10024 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$182,614

Median Home Value

$1,746,400

Median Rent

$2,965/mo

Population

62,576

College Educated

84.2%

Homeownership

38.7%

Avg Commute

31.8 min

Poverty Rate

7.8%

Median Age

44.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Urban Assembly School for Green Careers (the)

What grades does Urban Assembly School for Green Careers (the) serve?

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

How many students attend Urban Assembly School for Green Careers (the)?

Urban Assembly School for Green Careers (the) has an enrollment of approximately 316 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Urban Assembly School for Green Careers (the)?

The student-teacher ratio at Urban Assembly School for Green Careers (the) is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Urban Assembly School for Green Careers (the) rank in NY?

Urban Assembly School for Green Careers (the) ranks #1,167 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Urban Assembly School for Green Careers (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?

Urban Assembly School for Green Careers (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Green Careers (the)?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Urban Assembly School for Green Careers (the) has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2021) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2021).

Is Urban Assembly School for Green Careers (the) a charter school?

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

Is Urban Assembly School for Green Careers (the) a Title I school?

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

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

88.6% of students at Urban Assembly School for Green Careers (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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades: 9th – 12th
Enrollment: 316
Student-Teacher Ratio: 9.6:1
Teachers (FTE): 33
Free/Reduced Lunch: 88.6%
Type: vocational
Setting: Large City
County: New York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23): 84.5%
Phone: (212) 787-1189
4-Year Graduation: 92.0%

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District

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3

District Enrollment: 19,335
Schools in District: 43
District Rank: #22 of 42

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