Serving 597 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 19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 597 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Universal Institute Charter School's student population of 597 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
597 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Rankings
Universal Institute 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 Institute Charter School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2218 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
93%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.8%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #2218 out of 2,733 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Universal Institute Charter School?
597 students attend Universal Institute Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Universal Institute Charter School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 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 18:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Universal Institute Charter School part of?
Universal Institute Charter School is part of Universal Institute Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Universal Institute Charter School located?
Universal Institute Charter School is located in the Graduate Hospital neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 2 other public schools located in Graduate Hospital.
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