University Neighborhood High School (01M448)

200 Monroe Street, Manhattan, NY 10002, Manhattan
Phone: 212-962-4341
Hours: 8:15am - 2:35pm
School Website: https://universityneighborhoodhighschool.org/
NYCDOE Website: https://www.myschools.nyc/en/schools/high-school/01M448/
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School Leader: Matthew Willie (mwillie3@schools.nyc.gov)
Parent Coordinator: Anaise Medina (amedina54@schools.nyc.gov)
Respect for All Liaison: Ariel Asch (aasch@schools.nyc.gov)
Sexual Harassment Prevention Liaison: Robert Fox (rfox4@schools.nyc.gov)
504 Coordinator: Robert Fox (rfox4@schools.nyc.gov)
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Overview
AI Summary
University Neighborhood High School (UNHS) is an Early College High School that features exceptionally robust course offerings focused on empowering students for success in higher education and the workforce. Beginning in 10th grade, students can earn up to 30 tuition-free college credits through 13 on-site CUNY College Now classes, complementing [more]
Academic Score
  67.47%
Survey Score
  87.87%
About & Events

UNHS is an Early College High School that offers rigorous curricula with individualized access for all, empowering students to prosper in higher education and the workforce. Beginning in 10th grade, our students can earn up to 30 tuition-free college credits before graduating high school through CUNY College Now classes offered [more]

Reports: School Budget | PTA Financials | Room Utilization

Teachers with more than 3 years of experience: 71%

Academic Highlights: CTE program(s): Computer Science, Work Based Learning Internships Available During the School Year and During Summer, New York State Career & Technical Education Endorsements in Computer Science or Engineering, Advanced Placement Courses Available, Year Round Tutoring During Lunch, After School and on Select Saturdays (12 total, Last Two of Each [more]

Other Features: Career and Technical Education (CTE), College Courses Offered, College Trips, Computer Science Coursework, Expert College and Career Advisor On Staff, Financial Literacy Coursework, Internship Expected, Internships Available, Online Grading System, Orientation, Paid Internships, Program(s) with 3+ GE Applicants Per Seat, Program(s) with 3+ SWD Applicants Per Seat, Saturday Programs, Student [more]

School Features:

  • CTE Endorsement
  • Diversity in Admissions (DIA): Priority to applicants eligible for free or reduced price lunch for 68% of seats.
  • Guidance Counselors, Social Workers

Upcoming Events

AP Courses, Languages, Sports, Art
AP Courses
Algebra II (Advanced Math), Algebra II (College Course [Credited]), AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chinese Language and Culture, AP Computer Science Principles, AP English Literature and Composition, AP Environmental Science, AP Spanish Language and Culture [more]
Course List
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Languages Offered
Mandarin, Spanish
Diploma Endorsements
CTE, Math, NYS Seal of Biliteracy, Science
Boys PSAL Sports
Basketball, Handball, Volleyball
Girls PSAL Sports
Badminton, Basketball, Softball, Volleyball
PSAL Team
University Neighborhood
Other Sports
Badminton, Basketball, Handball, Running, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball
Clubs
Art and Relax Club, Art Club, Asian American Culture Club, Badminton & Ping Pong Club, Black Student Union, Chess Club, Concert Dance, Dance Team, Debate Club, Empower Club [more]
Art Courses
Dance Techniques and Performance, Digital Media Arts, Exploring Music, Music Industry & Contemporary Music, Traditional and Studio Art
Arts Summary
University Neighborhood High School believes in exposing students to diverse forms of fine arts, media arts, dance, music, and theater. During the school day, every student takes at least one dance, music, and/or visual arts course each semester. Our visual arts program fosters students' creativity and addresses their social and [more]
Program Details & Offers
CTE Computer Science or Engineering(M35A)
Science & Math

Students are offered their choice of a 4 year sequence in either Computer Science or Engineering, culminating in Advanced Placement Course Work. After taking Computer Science Essentials and Engineering Essentials in the 9th grade, students choose their track for the four years. Courses include AP Computer Science Principles, AP Computer Science A, Cybersecurity, Digital Electronics, Engineering Design and Development. CTE admitted students can enroll in College Now courses if they choose.

Method:
Requirement:
Ed. Opt. programs admit students across all academic levels. Students are grouped into Low, Middle, and High categories based on a composite of their academic data. One-third of offers are made to students in each category.
Priority:
  • (Group 1) New York City residents
DIA Admissions:
  • Applicants eligible for Free or Reduced Price Lunch (based on family income) will be considered first for 68% of seatsFor the remaining 32% of seats, all students will be considered

Applicant Analysis
2024-252023-24
GE applicants/seats:307 / 74 (4.15)253 / 75 (3.37)
  DIA seats: 5051
SWD applicants/seats:42 / 21 (2.00)47 / 20 (2.35)
  DIA seats: 1413
Rank Avg: 7.767.06
OffersOffers - Waitlist
Estimated Cutoffs
  GE:(H) #16 to #1E
(M) #3E to #53
(L) #6D to #91
  GE DIA:(H) #91 to #B6
(M) #8B to #AD
(L) All accepted
  SWD:(H) #7F to #AA
(M) #55 to #AA
(L) #7F to #AA
  SWD DIA:All accepted
Offer Prediction:
School Student & Admissions Statistics
School Year
2024-25
2023-24
2022-23
Total Students Across All Grades
476
477
485
    Grade 12 Students
110
120
119
    Grade 11 Students
118
110
121
    Grade 10 Students
126
126
123
    Grade 9 Students
122
121
122
Avg. Class Size
23.4
23.9
24.8
Pupil-Teacher Ratio
12.7
12.7
12.5
Safety Comp. / Susp. / NYPD
<5 / 0 / 0
5 / 20 / 2
<5 / 0 / 3
Attendance %
90%
88%
Graduation %
96%
98%
College %
80%
77%
Total Applicants / Seats
Total Offers
2,824 (508) / 125
188
2,248 (447) / 125
185
1,625 (314) / 105
150
Survey Summary & Data (2024-25)
Student Responses 83% responded
Academic Rigor 
  84.17%
Academic Engagement 
  78.45%
Safety 
  88.25%
Bully Prevention 
  88.50%
Inclusivity 
  89.18%
Mental Support 
  84.38%
Environment 
  77.07%
Post-School Support 
  83.30%
Teacher Responses 98% responded
Academic Rigor 
  86.50%
School Satisfaction 
  96.13%
Student Behavior 
  80.33%
Student Support 
  94.67%
School Leadership 
  90.40%
Instructional Clarity 
  95.40%
Instructional Development 
  95.28%
Post-School Support 
  96.33%
Family Responses 35% responded
Education 
  94.63%
Teacher Support 
  87.83%
Safety 
  90.67%
School Community 
  66.00%
School Leadership 
  90.20%
Post-School Support 
  95.50%
IEP Support 
  92.67%

Note: Yellow bars indicate city-wide averages for the associated category

View Full NYC DOE Survey Results:

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's yearly school surveys: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/nyc-school-survey

Academic Summary & Data (2023-24)
Academic Proficiency
4-Year Grad. %
  96.80%
CC Regents
  72
Non-CC Regents
  73
Impact Score
  0.77
Performance Score
  0.7
College Aptitude
CCR
  63.20%
SAT Math
  471
SAT R/W
  461
Postsecondary
2-Year College 23.30%
4-Year College 51.70%
Other Postsecondary 0.80%
Unknown 24.20%

View Full Academic Data:

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's yearly quality reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/school-quality-reports-and-resources

School Demographics (2024-25)
Student Population:
Male 59.00%
Female 40.80%
Other 0.20%
English Language Learners:
  3.80%
Students with Disabilities:
  17.60%
Economic Need Index: 
  71.60%
Student Ethnicity:
Asian 31.90%
Black 13.70%
Hispanic 41.80%
White 11.30%
Other 1.30%
Teacher Ethnicity:
Asian 23.70%
Hispanic 13.20%
White 52.60%
Other 10.50%
IEP Statistics (2023-24)
IEP Services
Students with IEPs
  18.00%
Students with SETSS
  0.00%
Students with ICT
  11.90%
Students with SC
  0.00%
Has all programs
  90.00%
Has some programs
  10.00%
Has no programs
  0.00%
Has all services
  94.00%
IEP Student Performance
Regents English
  71
Regents Gl. Hist.
  65
Regents US Hist.
  67
Regents Algebra I
  63
Regents Living Env.
  61
4-Year Grad. Rate
  90
IEP Movement
Good
IEP Support 
  92.67%
Special Education Programs & Services (2024-25)
ProgramFully ReceivingPartially ReceivingNot Receiving
Integrated Co-Teaching Services65 (84%)12 (16%)0 (0%)
ServiceFully ReceivingPartially ReceivingNot Receiving
Counseling Services>5 (97%)N/A (N/A)<=5 (3%)
Hearing Education Services<=5 (100%)N/A (N/A)0 (0%)
Occupational Therapy0 (0%)N/A (N/A)10 (100%)
Speech-Language Therapy47 (100%)N/A (N/A)0 (0%)
TransportationNumber Receiving
Curb to School<=5 (?)
Stop to School0 (0%)
Unassigned<=5 (?)

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's Special Education Reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/government-reports/special-education-reports

ELL Performance (2023-24)
Regents English
  67
4-Year Grad. Rate
  90.5
ELL Progress
  53
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