URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION

School Overview
The Urban Assembly School of Design and Construction (UASDC), located in the Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood of Manhattan, is a specialized public high school that integrates rigorous academic study with project-based learning focused on architecture, engineering, and construction. By partnering with industry professionals and organizations, the school provides students with a unique "career-connected" curriculum that bridges the gap between classroom theory and real-world application. Students are encouraged to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills through hands-on design challenges, preparing them for both collegiate success and future careers in the built environment.

Beyond its technical focus, UASDC emphasizes a culture of community, mentorship, and social responsibility. The school offers a comprehensive range of extracurricular activities, including varsity sports and arts programs, while maintaining a supportive environment that prioritizes personalized attention for every student. By fostering a collaborative atmosphere that mirrors professional architecture and engineering firms, UASDC aims to empower its diverse student body to become innovative leaders who are capable of shaping the future of their city and beyond.
230
Total Students
25.4
Full-Time Teachers
9.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
74.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION
Demographic Student Count
White9
Hispanic142
Black53
Asian2
Two or More20
American Indian2
Pacific Islander2
  • Hispanic
    142 (61.7 %)
  • Black
    53 (23.0 %)
  • Two or More
    20 (8.7 %)
  • White
    9 (3.9 %)
  • Asian
    2 (0.9 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.9 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.9 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
Phone: (212)586-0981
Website: http://www.urbanassembly.org/uasdc
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 230
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 25.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 9.0
NSLP Participation:1 N/A
Qualified Free Lunch: 170
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 1
Grades Taught
Grade 9 46
Grade 10 57
Grade 11 71
Grade 12 56

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION
Grade Student Count
Grade 946
Grade 1057
Grade 1171
Grade 1256
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female7733.5%
Male15366.5%
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