ACADEMY OF URBAN PLANNING AND ENGINEERING

ACADEMY OF URBAN PLANNING AND ENGINEERING is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 202 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 19 teachers, ACADEMY OF URBAN PLANNING AND ENGINEERING has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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 ACADEMY OF URBAN PLANNING AND ENGINEERING (AUPE), located in the Bushwick neighborhood of Brooklyn, is a specialized public high school dedicated to bridging the gap between traditional academics and real-world urban development. The school’s curriculum is centered on the principles of urban planning, engineering, and architecture, providing students with a hands-on learning environment where they can examine the infrastructure and social design of their own city. By integrating technical skill-building with project-based learning, the school aims to prepare students for careers in fields such as civil engineering, environmental science, urban design, and public policy.

Beyond its technical focus, AUPE is known for its commitment to community engagement and student leadership. The school encourages students to look at their local environment as a "living laboratory," tasking them with solving authentic problems related to community growth, sustainability, and urban accessibility. Through partnerships with industry professionals and local organizations, the academy fosters a college-preparatory culture that emphasizes critical thinking, civic responsibility, and technical proficiency, ensuring that graduates are well-equipped to contribute to the future development of urban spaces.

For more information, contact ACADEMY OF URBAN PLANNING AND ENGINEERING at (718) 381-7100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.