Very Good
#1268 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 27% in state
Urban Assembly School for Law and Justice (the)
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13
283 ADAMS ST, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Enrollment
435
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
435
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,268 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#136 of 570
public schools
In district
#14 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Urban Assembly School for Law and Justice (the)
Urban Assembly School for Law and Justice (the) is a public high school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13. Urban Assembly School for Law and Justice (the) serves approximately 435 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Urban Assembly School for Law and Justice (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,268 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Urban Assembly School for Law and Justice (the) show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 96% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 7.7
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
67% of students at Urban Assembly School for Law and Justice (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
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Urban Assembly School for Law and Justice (the) — Students at Urban Assembly School for Law and Justice (the) score 87% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.9/10.
How Urban Assembly School for Law and Justice (the) Compares
See how Urban Assembly School for Law and Justice (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
283 ADAMS ST, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Urban Assembly School for Law and Justice (the) may also want to explore other high schools in the area. URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR MUSIC AND ART (rated 9.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SCIENCE SKILLS CENTER HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MARY MCDOWELL FRIENDS SCHOOL - UPPER SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$169,285
Median Home Value
$1,131,700
Median Rent
$3,207/mo
Population
69,251
College Educated
79.2%
Homeownership
35.5%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
35.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Urban Assembly School for Law and Justice (the)
What grades does Urban Assembly School for Law and Justice (the) serve?
Urban Assembly School for Law and Justice (the) serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Urban Assembly School for Law and Justice (the)?
Urban Assembly School for Law and Justice (the) has an enrollment of approximately 435 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Urban Assembly School for Law and Justice (the)?
The student-teacher ratio at Urban Assembly School for Law and Justice (the) is 11.2:1. 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 Law and Justice (the) rank in NY?
Urban Assembly School for Law and Justice (the) ranks #1,268 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Urban Assembly School for Law and Justice (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
Urban Assembly School for Law and Justice (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Law and Justice (the)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Urban Assembly School for Law and Justice (the) has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 96% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Urban Assembly School for Law and Justice (the) a charter school?
No, Urban Assembly School for Law and Justice (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Urban Assembly School for Law and Justice (the) a Title I school?
No, Urban Assembly School for Law and Justice (the) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Urban Assembly School for Law and Justice (the)?
82.8% of students at Urban Assembly School for Law and Justice (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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 435
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 67.4%
- Phone
- (718) 858-1160
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13- District Enrollment
- 19,232
- Schools in District
- 41
- District Rank
- #14 of 40
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