Serving 703 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Universal Creighton Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 703 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Universal Creighton Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Universal Creighton Charter School's student population of 703 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
703 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Universal Creighton Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Universal Creighton Charter School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2194 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
4%
Hispanic
59%
14%
Black
29%
14%
White
1%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Universal Creighton Charter School's ranking?
Universal Creighton Charter School is ranked #2194 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Universal Creighton Charter School often compared to?
Universal Creighton Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Benjamin School, Finletter Thomas K School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Universal Creighton Charter School?
703 students attend Universal Creighton Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Universal Creighton Charter School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Universal Creighton Charter School?
Universal Creighton Charter School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Universal Creighton Charter School offer ?
Universal Creighton Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Universal Creighton Charter School part of?
Universal Creighton Charter School is part of Universal Creighton CS School District.
In what neighborhood is Universal Creighton Charter School located?
Universal Creighton Charter School is located in the Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 28 other public schools located in Northeast Philadelphia.
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