Urban Assembly Institute of Math and Science for Young Women (13K527)

283 Adams Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201, Brooklyn
Phone: 718-260-2300
Email: jenc@uainstitute.org
Hours: 08:30am - 02:50pm
Principal: Kiri Soares
School Website: https://www.uainstitute.org
NYCDOE Website: https://www.myschools.nyc/en/schools/high-school/44275
Quality Snapshot: https://tools.nycenet.edu/snapshot/2022/13K527/HS/
Subway: 2, 3, 4, 5, R to Borough Hall; A, C, F to Jay St - Borough Hall; B, Q to DeKalb Av; G to Hoyt & Schermerhorn; J, Z to High St
Bus: B103, B25, B26, B38, B41, B45, B52, B54, B57, B61, B62, B63, B65, B67, B69
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About

At the Urban Assembly Institute of Math & Science for Young Women, our mission is to empower all students. Our rigorous STEM curriculum engages students to develop their voice, confidence, and capacity to thrive & equitably compete in any college or career of their choice. Partnerships with organizations such as Girls Inc, New York University, NY Sun Works, and CUNY provide students with an array of opportunities. Our personalized relationships create a community where students feel safe to take risks and explore their interests. UAI alumni are tomorrow's leaders who challenge stereotypes to effect change. Diversity in Admissions (DIA): Priority to English Language Learners (ELLs) for 18% of seats: first to continuing 8th grade ELL students and then to New York City ELL students

Other Features: 10th Grade Seats Available, College Trips, Community Service Expected, Online Grading System, Orientation, Program(s) with 1 GE Applicant Per Seat, Program(s) with 1 SWD Applicant Per Seat, Student Parent Orientation

School Features:

  • Female Only School
  • Offers 10th Grade Seats
  • School whose primary location is co-located with another school
  • Diversity in Admissions (DIA): Priority to English Language Learners (ELLs) for 18% of seats: first to continuing 8th grade ELL students and then to New York City ELL students

AP Courses, Languages & Sports
AP Courses
Algebra II (Advanced Math), AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and Composition, AP Environmental Science, AP Seminar, Calculus (Advanced Math), Chemistry (Advanced Science), ELA (College Course [Uncredited]), Math (College Course [Credited]), Physics (Advanced Science)
Boys PSAL Sports
Basketball, Soccer
Girls PSAL Sports
Basketball, Soccer, Volleyball
Activities
Photography Club, Hydroponic Gardening, Green Team, GSA, Student Council, Pod Casting, Cheer Team, Step Team, Anime Club, Magazine Club, Dance Club, Gaming Club
Programs
The Urban Assembly Institute of Math and Science(L54A)
Science & Math

Rigorous course work in science, computer technology, engineering, and math. Supportive classes in social emotional skill development and learning experiences with partner organizations and local colleges to prepare students for college and beyond.

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) Priority to continuing 8th graders
  • (Group 2) Then to New York City residents
DIA Admissions:
  • Applicants who are English Language Learners will be considered first for 18% of seats.
  • For the remaining 82% of seats, all students will be considered.
Student & Admissions Statistics
School Year
2022-23
2021-22
Total Students Across All Grades
305
324
    Grade 12 Students
72
57
    Grade 11 Students
91
84
    Grade 10 Students
65
106
    Grade 9 Students
77
77
Avg. Class Size
21.2
Complaints / Suspensions
0 / 65
0 / 31
Attendance %
84%
83%
Graduation %
94%
97%
College %
72%
77%
Total Applicants / Seats
Total Offers
259 (75) / 81
0
250 / 818
79
The Urban Assembly Institute of Math and Science (L54A)
GE Applicants / Seats:
DIA Seats:
Non-DIA Seats:
SWD Applicants / Seats:

66 / 66 (1.00)
11
55
9 / 15 (0.60)
Offers - Waitlist
Survey Summary & Data (2022-23)
Student Responses - 70% responded
Academic Rigor 
  72.57%
Academic Engagement 
  59.50%
Safety 
  73.33%
Bully Prevention 
  60.13%
Inclusivity 
  87.50%
Mental Support 
  67.00%
Environment 
  62.09%
Post-School Support 
  78.82%
Teacher Responses - 100% responded
Academic Rigor 
  96.67%
School Satisfaction 
  87.17%
Student Behavior 
  67.22%
Student Support 
  91.00%
School Leadership 
  86.27%
Instructional Clarity 
  83.20%
Instructional Development 
  88.59%
Post-School Support 
  91.09%
Family Responses - 32% responded
Education 
  92.88%
Teacher Support 
  88.67%
Safety 
  94.00%
School Community 
  85.22%
School Leadership 
  92.09%
Post-School Support 
  88.50%

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 (2022-23)
Academic Proficiency
4-Year Grad. %
  94.40%
Avg. CC Regents Score
  49
Avg. Non-CC Regents Score
  22
College Aptitude
CCPC Index
  98.60%
Avg. SAT Math Score
  423
Avg. SAT Read/Write Score
  435
Postsecondary
2-Year College 29.00%
4-Year College 42.00%
Unknown 29.00%

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 (2022-23)
Student Population:
Female 100.00%
English Language Learners:
  7.20%
Students with IEPs:
  18.40%
Economic Need Index: 
  86.90%
Student Ethnicity:
Asian 9.80%
Black 55.40%
Hispanic 18.40%
White 11.80%
Other 4.60%
Teacher Ethnicity:
Black 21.60%
White 51.40%
Other 27.00%

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

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