Serving 438 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Universal Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Universal Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Universal Charter School's student population of 438 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
438 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Universal Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Universal Charter School is 0.04, 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
#1508 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
n/a
10%
Black
98%
12%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Universal Charter School's ranking?
Universal Charter School is ranked #1508 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Universal Charter School?
438 students attend Universal Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Universal Charter School students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Universal Charter School?
Universal Charter School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Universal Charter School offer ?
Universal Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Universal Charter School part of?
Universal Charter School is part of Universal Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Universal Charter School located?
Universal Charter School is located in the Longfellow neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 9 other public schools located in Longfellow.
School Reviews
5 8/18/2020
It has a nice education, and it is great.
5 2/26/2018
It is very good Luch need to be more better though
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