Serving 131 students in grades 9-12, Urban Action Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 131 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Urban Action Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Urban Action Academy's student population of 131 students has declined by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
131 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Urban Action Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Urban Action Academy is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2479 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
13%
30%
Black
81%
16%
White
5%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Urban Action Academy's ranking?
Urban Action Academy is ranked #2479 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Urban Action Academy often compared to?
Urban Action Academyis often viewed alongside schools like High School For Medical Professions by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Urban Action Academy?
The graduation rate of Urban Action Academy is 60-69%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Urban Action Academy?
131 students attend Urban Action Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Urban Action Academy students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Urban Action Academy?
Urban Action Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Urban Action Academy offer ?
Urban Action Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Urban Action Academy part of?
Urban Action Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #18 School District.
In what neighborhood is Urban Action Academy located?
Urban Action Academy is located in the Canarsie neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 23 other public schools located in Canarsie.
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