Serving 107 students in grades 5-8, Universal Vare 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 107 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Universal Vare Charter School serves an area in Philadelphia, PA, covering approximately 0.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Universal Vare Charter School's student population of 107 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 58% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
107 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
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School Rankings
Universal Vare 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 Vare Charter School is 0.54, 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
#2437 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 12-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 12-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Asian
20%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Black
64%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
White
2%
60%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.8%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Universal Vare Charter School's ranking?
Universal Vare Charter School is ranked #2437 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Universal Vare Charter School often compared to?
Universal Vare Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gamp by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Universal Vare Charter School?
107 students attend Universal Vare Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Universal Vare Charter School students are Black, 20% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Universal Vare Charter School?
Universal Vare Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Universal Vare Charter School offer ?
Universal Vare Charter School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Universal Vare Charter School part of?
Universal Vare Charter School is part of Universal Vare Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Universal Vare Charter School located?
Universal Vare Charter School is located in the West Passyunk neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 2 other public schools located in West Passyunk.
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