Serving 432 students in grades 7-12, University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men's student population of 432 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
432 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1900 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
10%
29%
Black
82%
16%
White
4%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
11%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men's ranking?
University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men is ranked #1900 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men often compared to?
University Preparatory Charter School For Young Menis often viewed alongside schools like Rochester Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men?
The graduation rate of University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men?
432 students attend University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men?
University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men offer ?
University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men part of?
University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men is part of University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men School District.
In what neighborhood is University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men located?
University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men is located in the Maplewood Historic District neighborhood of Rochester, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in Maplewood Historic District.
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