Urban Assembly School for Media Studies, The

DBN 03M307· High School· Manhattan· District 3

About this school

UAM is a school that is focused on bringing out the best in all students' thinking so that they are able to achieve at high levels. UAM graduates are able to respond to the world by making choices that maximize positive outcomes for themselves and others. UAM is focused on students becoming better critical thinkers, not just acquiring more knowledge. As a result our students are able to respond productively in novel situations. UAM students are able to solve problems, access, analyze, and evaluate information and messages from a range of media, make a decision, and express their thinking verbally and in writing. As a result, UAM students are prepared to perform well in college, their career, life and be productive members of communities.

Enrollment

372

Economic need index

83.0%

Free/reduced lunch

84.1%

ELL students

0.046

SWD

0.164

Demographics

Asian0.019

Black0.298

Hispanic0.64

White0.019

Multi-racial0.003

Academic opportunities

AP courses

AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and Composition, AP Environmental Science, AP United States History

Various Media Classes such as: Drama, Visual Thinking, Printmaking, Photo Journalism

Partnerships: YMCA, Peer Health Exchange, ICP, Sadie Nash, Big Brother/ Big Sister, Bloomberg, The Door, Studio Museum, Bank of America, DCTV, & Pencil

Contact

Phone: 212-501-1110
Email: denisefernandez@uamhihschool.org
Website: uamhighschool.org
Subway: 1 to 66th St-Lincoln Center; 2, 3 to 72nd St; A, C, B, D to 59th St-Columbus Circle

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Frequently asked

Where is Urban Assembly School for Media Studies, The?

Urban Assembly School for Media Studies, The is located at 122 AMSTERDAM AVENUE MANHATTAN NY 10023 in Manhattan. The school's BBL is 1011570025.0.

What is the DBN for Urban Assembly School for Media Studies, The?

The DBN (District Borough Number) for Urban Assembly School for Media Studies, The is 03M307.

How many students attend Urban Assembly School for Media Studies, The?

Urban Assembly School for Media Studies, The reported 372.0 total students enrolled (most recent demographic snapshot).

What grades does Urban Assembly School for Media Studies, The serve?

Urban Assembly School for Media Studies, The serves grades 9 to 12.