URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR COLLABORATIVE HEALTHCARE

URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR COLLABORATIVE HEALTHCARE is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 315 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 25 teachers, URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR COLLABORATIVE HEALTHCARE has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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 COLLABORATIVE HEALTHCARE (UASCH)**, located in the East New York section of Brooklyn, is a specialized secondary school dedicated to preparing students for careers in the healthcare and medical fields. The school operates with a focus on "collaborative healthcare," integrating rigorous academic instruction with career-readiness training. By partnering with healthcare organizations and industry professionals, UASCH provides students with unique opportunities to gain real-world experience, including internships, mentorships, and clinical exposure, which helps bridge the gap between classroom theory and professional practice.

Beyond its vocational focus, the school emphasizes a supportive, community-centered environment designed to foster both personal and academic growth. UASCH places a strong emphasis on social-emotional learning and student advocacy, aiming to empower young people from the local community to pursue higher education and meaningful careers in medicine, nursing, research, or public health. By combining a demanding college-preparatory curriculum with a clear professional pathway, the school seeks to equip its graduates with the skills, certifications, and networking opportunities necessary to succeed in an increasingly competitive and vital sector of the workforce.

For more information, contact URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR COLLABORATIVE HEALTHCARE at (718) 277-1572 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.