University Prep Charter Middle School is a public charter school serving grades 5-8 in the diverse Bronx community of New York City. With a student population that is predominantly African American and Hispanic, the school has demonstrated strong academic performance, particularly in English Language Arts (ELA).
In the 2022-2023 school year, University Prep Charter Middle School's ELA proficiency rates exceeded the state average across all grade levels, ranging from 36.36% in 5th grade to 69.23% in 8th grade. The school has also shown impressive results among specific student subgroups, with its African American students ranking 80 out of 696 New York middle schools and its Hispanic and English Language Learner students also performing well. Additionally, the school's students have excelled in Regents exams, with 73.08% of students proficient or better in Algebra I, compared to the state average of 64.62%.
While the school's math performance has been more mixed, with some grade levels exceeding the state average and others falling below, University Prep Charter Middle School's overall academic achievements are noteworthy. The school's high per-student spending of $20,881 in the 2022-2023 school year, which is significantly higher than the nearby New York City Geographic District # 8 public schools, may be a contributing factor to its success. When compared to other nearby schools, such as Creo College Preparatory Charter School, University Prep Charter Middle School generally outperforms them in academic metrics, making it a standout option for families in the Bronx.
University Prep Charter Middle School
Students at University Prep Charter Middle School are 57% Hispanic, 38% African American, 2% Two or more races, 2% White, 1% American Indian.
University Prep Charter Middle School ranks 588th of 1500 New York middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.
In the 2022-23 school year, 398 students attended University Prep Charter Middle School.