Urban Assembly School for Applied Math and Science, The

The Urban Assembly School for Applied Math and Science serves students in grades 6-12, known for its focus on STEM and preparing students for college and careers. The school emphasizes hands-on, project-based learning in math and science, and offers an extended day for middle schoolers with various activities. Parents express high satisfaction with the school, and teachers are widely described as supportive and deeply invested in students' academic and personal growth. The school also hosts the annual citywide Pi5NY math competition. While a significant portion of students engage in accelerated coursework, with the school's accelerated enrollment well above the citywide median, middle school ELA and Math proficiency rates are well below the citywide 25th percentile. High school Regents pass rates are mixed, with some subjects showing low proficiency. The school's overall instruction and safety ratings are "Fair," and student surveys indicate some concerns regarding bullying and physical altercations. The school is committed to an inclusive environment, welcoming applicants without screening based on test scores, disability, or language status.