Universal Vare CS

Universal Vare CS is an open, single-facility independent charter district situated at 2100 South 24th Street in South Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (19145). Operating within a large city environment in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metropolitan area, the district serves as its own local educational agency for federal programs, focusing exclusively on intermediate education across fifth through eighth grade. Designed to provide a structured middle-level academic environment, the district delivers targeted instruction to help young learners transition smoothly from elementary concepts into high school preparation. Families and researchers seeking additional information can contact the administration directly at (215) 952-8611 or visit their official site at universalcompanies.org.

The district supports a focused enrollment of 107 students, consisting of 57 female and 50 male pupils distributed across fifth grade (8 students), sixth grade (26 students), seventh grade (20 students), and eighth grade (53 students). The student body reflects a rich cultural diversity, comprising 69 Black students, 21 Asian students, 11 Hispanic students, 4 multiracial students, and 2 White students. To ensure a well-supported learning environment, Universal Vare CS employs a total workforce of 36 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members. This dedicated team includes 14 FTE teachers working alongside 22 FTE operational and support staff, offering a high proportion of adult support to guide its students through their middle school years.