Urban Assembly School for Green Careers, The (03M402)

145 West 84 Street, Manhattan, NY 10024, Manhattan
Phone: 212-787-1189
Hours: 09:00am - 03:20pm
School Website: https://www.uagreencareers.org
NYCDOE Website: https://www.myschools.nyc/en/schools/high-school/03M402/
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School Leader: Kerry Rutishauser (krutishauser@schools.nyc.gov)
Parent Coordinator: Dana Bailey (dbailey25@schools.nyc.gov)
Respect for All Liaison: Vincent Hurst (vhurst2@schools.nyc.gov)
Sexual Harassment Prevention Liaison: Neyla Sassi (nsassi2@schools.nyc.gov)
504 Coordinator: Neyla Sassi (nsassi2@schools.nyc.gov)
504 Coordinator: Chizoba Okwor (cokwor@schools.nyc.gov)
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About

Welcome to Green, where were dedicated to preparing students for success in a 21st-century world through innovative programs and a supportive learning environment. College-Preparatory Curriculum and Instruction: We offer rigorous college-preparatory curricula and individually tailored instruction that ensures students are well-equipped for higher education. - Progressive Sustainability-Focused Science Programs: Our comprehensive technical science pathways, Building Science and Urban Agriculture, provide students with practical skills necessary to solve real-world problems. Students can also obtain paid internships and develop both their college and career resumes over the course of four years. - FutureReady NYC Business Program: Our Business and Marketing program equips students with the essential skills and knowledge to excel in the dynamic world of commerce and entrepreneurship. Students will gain expertise with marking strategies, digital communications, business ethics, and financial literacy, preparing them for further studies in business-related fields. - Core Values: Collaboration, intentionality, and responsibility are at the heart of everything we do at UAGC. We foster an environment where students develop leadership, cooperative problem-solving abilities, and superior communication skillsboth written and verbal. - Rich Learning Environments: We seek curious and collaborative learners who thrive in an environment that encourages active engagement with coursework and the community. Our goal is to fully engage students in their learning journey, preparing them not only academically, but also socially and emotionally for their future endeavors. We invite you to explore our school and discover how our distinctive approach to education can empower you to achieve your goals and thrive in the world beyond high school as critical thinkers who are ready to lead and make a difference.

Reports: School Budget | PTA Financials | Room Utilization

Teachers with more than 3 years of experience: 44%

Academic Highlights: Four-Year Writing and Dance Programs, CTE program(s): Horticulture, Sustainable Buildings, College Now Courses Available, FutureReadyNYC: Business & Finance (Marketing Specialist), Advanced Placement Courses Available

Other Features: 10th Grade Seats Available, Career and Technical Education (CTE), College Courses On Site, Financial Literacy Coursework, FutureReadyNYC School, LYFE (Living For The Young Family Through Education), Paid Internships

English Language Learner Programs: Dual Language: Spanish

School Features:

  • CTE Endorsement
  • Offers 10th Grade Seats
  • School whose primary location is co-located with another school
  • Guidance Counselors

AP Courses, Languages, Sports, Art
AP Courses
Algebra II (Advanced Math), AP Comparative Government and Politics, AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and Composition, AP Seminar, Chemistry (Advanced Science), Physics (Advanced Science), World Languages (Advanced World Languages)
Languages Offered
French
ELL Programs
Dual Language: Spanish
Diploma Endorsements
CTE
Boys PSAL Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Soccer, Volleyball
Girls PSAL Sports
Basketball, Bowling, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Volleyball
PSAL Team
Louis Brandeis
This school is part of a PSAL team comprised of the following schools:
Frank McCourt High School (03M417)
Global Learning Collaborative, The (03M403)
Urban Assembly School for Green Careers, The (03M402)
Other Sports
Dance, Flag Football, Soccer, Volleyball
Clubs
AM Basketball Club, Anime Club, Dance Club, Drama Program, Game Club, Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA), Green Team, Paid Internships, Student Council, Student Mentoring, Student-Run Green Market, Weightlifting Club, Yearbook Club
Program Details
The Urban Assembly School for Green Careers(A13A)
Architecture

UAGC's CTE program engages students through both hands-on and academic exposure to the chief theories, and practices within both the urban agriculture and building science fields. Within this program, students learn directly from industry experts, engage in work-site visits, compete for industry-based paid internships, and have the option to earn industry certifications. All students select their major after 9th grade. CTE Endorsed diploma is available for Building Science pathway.

10th Grade seats available

Method:
Requirement:
Ed. Opt. programs admit students across all academic levels. Students are grouped into Low, Middle, and High categories based on a composite of their academic data. One-third of offers are made to students in each category.
Priority:
  • (Group 1) Manhattan students or residents
  • (Group 2) New York City residents

Applicant Analysis
2023-242022-232021-22
GE applicants/seats:28 / 94 (0.30)92 / 94 (0.98)120 / 84 (1.43)
SWD applicants/seats:11 / 26 (0.42)27 / 26 (1.04)22 / 24 (0.92)
Rank Avg: 6.67
OffersOffers - WaitlistOffers
School Student & Admissions Statistics
School Year
2023-24
2022-23
2021-22
Total Students Across All Grades
318
307
259
    Grade 12 Students
55
83
58
    Grade 11 Students
39
53
91
    Grade 10 Students
108
43
66
    Grade 9 Students
116
128
44
Avg. Class Size
20.9
15.3
Safety Comp. / Susp. / NYPD
6 / 89 / 0
28 / 71 / 2
15 / 80 / 2
Attendance %
78%
79%
74%
Graduation %
87%
96%
95%
College %
56%
56%
66%
Total Applicants / Seats
Total Offers
494 (39) / 120
45
696 (119) / 120
148
681 / 108
155
Survey Summary & Data (2023-24)
Student Responses
Academic Rigor 
  57.29%
Academic Engagement 
  51.77%
Safety 
  59.63%
Bully Prevention 
  53.25%
Inclusivity 
  73.80%
Mental Support 
  62.00%
Environment 
  53.00%
Post-School Support 
  73.33%
Teacher Responses
Academic Rigor 
  53.60%
School Satisfaction 
  48.25%
Student Behavior 
  18.38%
Student Support 
  70.29%
School Leadership 
  44.62%
Instructional Clarity 
  57.33%
Instructional Development 
  69.57%
Post-School Support 
  85.40%
Family Responses
Education 
  81.78%
Teacher Support 
  73.00%
Safety 
  85.67%
School Community 
  66.33%
School Leadership 
  75.75%
Post-School Support 
  79.00%
IEP Support 
  79.00%

Note: Yellow bars indicate city-wide averages for the associated category

View Full NYC DOE Survey Results:

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's yearly school surveys: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/nyc-school-survey

Academic Summary & Data (2023-24)
Academic Proficiency
4-Year Grad. %
  87.50%
CC Regents
  62
Non-CC Regents
  54
Impact Score
  0.41
Performance Score
  0.45
College Aptitude
CCR
  27.50%
SAT Math
  397
SAT R/W
  438
Postsecondary
2-Year College 14.80%
4-Year College 45.70%
Unknown 39.50%

View Full Academic Data:

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's yearly quality reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/school-quality-reports-and-resources

School Demographics (2023-24)
Student Population:
Male 53.10%
Female 46.90%
English Language Learners:
  14.20%
Students with Disabilities:
  25.20%
Economic Need Index: 
  89.90%
Student Ethnicity:
Asian 0.90%
Black 21.40%
Hispanic 71.10%
White 5.00%
Other 1.60%
Teacher Ethnicity:
Hispanic 20.70%
White 62.10%
Other 17.20%
IEP Statistics (2023-24)
IEP Services
Students with IEPs
  25.50%
Students with SETSS
  0.00%
Students with ICT
  15.10%
Students with SC
  3.50%
Has all programs
  95.00%
Has all services
  82.00%
Has some services
  0.00%
Has no services
  18.00%
IEP Student Performance
Regents English
  55
Regents Living Env.
  43
4-Year Grad. Rate
  83.3
IEP Movement
Fair
IEP Support 
  79.00%
Special Education Programs & Services (2024-25)
ProgramFully ReceivingPartially ReceivingNot Receiving
Integrated Co-Teaching Services48 (94%)<=5 (?)<=5 (?)
Special Class10 (48%)11 (52%)0 (0%)
ServiceFully ReceivingPartially ReceivingNot Receiving
Counseling Services43 (86%)N/A (N/A)7 (14%)
Counseling Services Bilingual<=5 (?)0 (0%)<=5 (?)
Hearing Education Services<=5 (100%)N/A (N/A)0 (0%)
Occupational Therapy<=5 (33%)N/A (N/A)<=5 (67%)
Speech-Language Therapy>5 (94%)N/A (N/A)<=5 (6%)
Speech-Language Therapy Bilingual<=5 (?)<=5 (?)6 (75%)
TransportationNumber Receiving
Curb to School15 (79%)
Stop to School<=5 (?)
Unassigned<=5 (?)

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's Special Education Reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/government-reports/special-education-reports

ELL Performance (2023-24)
Regents Gl. Hist.
  49
Regents Living Env.
  44
ELL Progress
  29
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