URBAN ASSEMBLY ACADEMY OF GOVERNMENT AND LAW

URBAN ASSEMBLY ACADEMY OF GOVERNMENT AND LAW is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2 school district, located in NEW YORK, NY with about 311 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 22 teachers, URBAN ASSEMBLY ACADEMY OF GOVERNMENT AND LAW has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The URBAN ASSEMBLY ACADEMY OF GOVERNMENT AND LAW (AGL), located at 350 Grand Street on Manhattan’s Lower East Side, is a small, specialized high school committed to providing a rigorous academic environment rooted in civic engagement. As a member of the Urban Assembly network, the school focuses on empowering students to become informed and active participants in their communities. Its curriculum is uniquely designed to integrate themes of law, government, and public policy into traditional academic subjects, preparing students for both higher education and careers in advocacy, legal studies, or public service.

Beyond its academic focus, AGL is known for fostering a supportive and inclusive school culture that emphasizes critical thinking and social responsibility. By utilizing the city itself as a classroom, the school often partners with local legal organizations, community activists, and government offices to provide students with hands-on experiences and mentorship opportunities. This approach ensures that students not only gain a strong foundation in humanities and core curriculum but also develop the communication and leadership skills necessary to navigate and influence the civic landscape of New York City and beyond.

For more information, contact URBAN ASSEMBLY ACADEMY OF GOVERNMENT AND LAW at (212) 505-0745 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.