University Charter School Secondary serves 309 students in grades 6-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
University Charter School Secondary's student population of 309 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
309 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of University Charter School Secondary is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
48%
31%
White
45%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.4%
22.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of University Charter School Secondary?
The graduation rate of University Charter School Secondary is 80%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend University Charter School Secondary?
309 students attend University Charter School Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of University Charter School Secondary students are Black, 45% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of University Charter School Secondary?
University Charter School Secondary has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does University Charter School Secondary offer ?
University Charter School Secondary offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is University Charter School Secondary part of?
University Charter School Secondary is part of University Charter School District.
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