URBAN ASSEMBLY ACADEMY FOR FUTURE LEADERS

URBAN ASSEMBLY ACADEMY FOR FUTURE LEADERS is a Title I public middle school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5 school district, located in NEW YORK, NY with about 167 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 13 teachers, URBAN ASSEMBLY ACADEMY FOR FUTURE LEADERS 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 ACADEMY FOR FUTURE LEADERS (UAFL), located in the Manhattanville neighborhood of West Harlem, is a public middle school (serving grades 6–8) that operates under the mission of preparing students for success in high school, college, and beyond. As part of the Urban Assembly network, the school emphasizes a rigorous academic curriculum blended with character development, leadership training, and a strong focus on building a supportive, community-oriented environment.

The school is known for its commitment to "future-readiness," integrating social-emotional learning with core academic subjects to ensure students are not only meeting educational standards but also developing the soft skills necessary for professional and personal growth. By utilizing its location in New York City, UAFL provides students with exposure to diverse opportunities and perspectives, aiming to foster civic-mindedness and ambition. The school actively encourages parent involvement and maintains a culture centered on high expectations, resilience, and inclusivity, helping young adolescents navigate the transition from middle school to their future academic endeavors.

For more information, contact URBAN ASSEMBLY ACADEMY FOR FUTURE LEADERS at (212) 543-4960 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.