URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR MEDIA STUDIES

URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR MEDIA STUDIES is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3 school district, located in NEW YORK, NY with about 401 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 27 teachers, URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR MEDIA STUDIES 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 SCHOOL FOR MEDIA STUDIES (UASMS), located in the Lincoln Square neighborhood of Manhattan, is a specialized secondary school dedicated to integrating rigorous academic study with professional-level media literacy. As part of the Urban Assembly network, the school focuses on project-based learning, tasking students with creating digital content, film, and journalistic pieces that solve real-world problems. By partnering with industry professionals and organizations, the school provides students with hands-on experience in video production, graphic design, and digital storytelling, effectively bridging the gap between traditional classroom instruction and 21st-century career readiness.

Beyond its technical focus, UASMS cultivates a community-centered environment that prioritizes student voice and critical thinking. The curriculum is designed to foster a deep understanding of media’s impact on society, encouraging students to become informed, ethical producers of information. With its central location on Amsterdam Avenue, the school leverages its proximity to New York City’s vibrant cultural and professional hubs, offering students unique internship and networking opportunities that prepare them for success in college and the competitive media landscape.

For more information, contact URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR MEDIA STUDIES at (212) 501-1110 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.