Serving 422 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Universal Alcorn 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 12% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 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 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Universal Alcorn Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Universal Alcorn Charter School's student population of 422 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
422 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Universal Alcorn 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 Alcorn Charter School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2257 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
87%
14%
White
2%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Universal Alcorn Charter School's ranking?
Universal Alcorn Charter School is ranked #2257 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Universal Alcorn Charter School often compared to?
Universal Alcorn Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy, Independence Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Universal Alcorn Charter School?
422 students attend Universal Alcorn Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Universal Alcorn Charter School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Universal Alcorn Charter School?
Universal Alcorn Charter School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Universal Alcorn Charter School offer ?
Universal Alcorn Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Universal Alcorn Charter School part of?
Universal Alcorn Charter School is part of Universal Alcorn Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Universal Alcorn Charter School located?
Universal Alcorn Charter School is located in the Grays Ferry neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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