Serving 150 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 was 6-9% (which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 32% (which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 was higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
150 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#2437 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
5%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
67%
14%
White
n/a
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Universal Vare Charter School District
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 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?
150 students attend Universal Vare Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Universal Vare Charter School students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Universal Vare Charter School?
Universal Vare Charter School has a student ration of 25:1, 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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