Average
#2038 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 43% in state
Urban Assembly School for Leadership and Empowerment
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20
4200 16TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11204
Enrollment
517
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
6.6
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
517
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
6.6
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,038 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#262 of 570
public schools
In district
#39 of 45
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Urban Assembly School for Leadership and Empowerment
Urban Assembly School for Leadership and Empowerment is a public high school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20. Urban Assembly School for Leadership and Empowerment serves approximately 517 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Urban Assembly School for Leadership and Empowerment has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,038 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Urban Assembly School for Leadership and Empowerment show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
75% of students at Urban Assembly School for Leadership and Empowerment 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 Leadership and Empowerment — Students at Urban Assembly School for Leadership and Empowerment score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.2%
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: 9.4/10.
How Urban Assembly School for Leadership and Empowerment Compares
See how Urban Assembly School for Leadership and Empowerment 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
4200 16TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11204
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Urban Assembly School for Leadership and Empowerment may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BAIS YAAKOV D'RAV MEIR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, NESIVOS BAIS YAAKOV (rated 5.8/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JHS 223 MONTAUK (THE) Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 8.3 |
| BNOS YAKOV OF BORO PARK Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| PS 164 CAESAR RODNEY Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| YESHIVA SHAARE TORAH Brroklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| TALMUD TORAH TIFERES YECHIEL D'ALEKSANDER INC Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 3.6 |
| BNOS YERUSMALAYIM Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 3.8 |
| CONGREGATION BNOS CHAYA Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| PS 192 MAGNET SCHOOL FOR MATH AND SCIENCE INQUIRY (THE) Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| BAIS YAAKOV OF 18TH AVE Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| TALMUD TORAH OHEL YOCHANAN Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| GAN YISROEL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 179 KENSINGTON Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| HADRAN ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| UNITED TALMUDIAL ACADEMY OF BORO PARK Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| BAIS YAAKOV D'RAV MEIR HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| YESHIVA & MESIFTA CHASAN SOFER Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| BETH JACOB DAY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 134 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.9 |
| NESIVOS BAIS YAAKOV Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| TALMUD TORAH IMREI CHAIM Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,588
Median Home Value
$1,097,200
Median Rent
$1,751/mo
Population
81,368
College Educated
30.5%
Homeownership
35.3%
Avg Commute
40.6 min
Poverty Rate
20.2%
Median Age
34.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Urban Assembly School for Leadership and Empowerment
What grades does Urban Assembly School for Leadership and Empowerment serve?
Urban Assembly School for Leadership and Empowerment serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Urban Assembly School for Leadership and Empowerment?
Urban Assembly School for Leadership and Empowerment has an enrollment of approximately 517 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Urban Assembly School for Leadership and Empowerment?
The student-teacher ratio at Urban Assembly School for Leadership and Empowerment is 10.6:1. 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 Leadership and Empowerment rank in NY?
Urban Assembly School for Leadership and Empowerment ranks #2,038 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Urban Assembly School for Leadership and Empowerment's MySchoolScout rating?
Urban Assembly School for Leadership and Empowerment has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 School for Leadership and Empowerment?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Urban Assembly School for Leadership and Empowerment has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Urban Assembly School for Leadership and Empowerment a charter school?
No, Urban Assembly School for Leadership and Empowerment is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Urban Assembly School for Leadership and Empowerment a Title I school?
No, Urban Assembly School for Leadership and Empowerment is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Urban Assembly School for Leadership and Empowerment?
88.2% of students at Urban Assembly School for Leadership and Empowerment 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 517
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 74.7%
- Phone
- (718) 438-3893
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20- District Enrollment
- 46,673
- Schools in District
- 45
- District Rank
- #39 of 45
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