Serving 574 students in grades Kindergarten-9, Universal Institute 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 2% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Universal Institute Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Universal Institute Charter School's student population of 574 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
Total Students
574 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Universal Institute Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Universal Institute Charter School is 0.13, 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
#2429 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
93%
14%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Universal Institute Charter School's ranking?
Universal Institute Charter School is ranked #2429 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Universal Institute Charter School?
574 students attend Universal Institute Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Universal Institute Charter School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Universal Institute Charter School?
Universal Institute Charter School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Universal Institute Charter School offer ?
Universal Institute Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-9
What school district is Universal Institute Charter School part of?
Universal Institute Charter School is part of Universal Institute CS School District.
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