Creative and Performing Arts vs Universal Institute CS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 244 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Creative and Performing Arts
Philadelphia · Public high · Grades 9–12
643 students
Universal Institute CS
Philadelphia · Charter other · Grades K–9
597 students
| Measure | Creative and Performing Arts Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Universal Institute CS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #441 of 618 | – |
| National rank | #8788 of 16,910 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Other |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–9 |
| Students | 643 | 597 |
| Enrollment | 643 | 597 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 101.7% | 94.5% |
| Students per teacher | 32.2 | 18.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 16% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Creative and Performing Arts does better on math proficiency (62% vs 16%).
- •Creative and Performing Arts does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 36%).
- •Universal Institute CS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.5% vs 101.7%).
- •Universal Institute CS does better on students per teacher (18.1 vs 32.2).
- •Creative and Performing Arts is the larger school with 643 students compared with 597.
- •Creative and Performing Arts is a public school while Universal Institute CS is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Creative and Performing Arts better than Universal Institute CS?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Creative and Performing Arts and Universal Institute CS?
About 244 m in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Creative and Performing Arts: 643. Universal Institute CS: 597. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Creative and Performing Arts and Universal Institute CS rank in Pennsylvania?
Creative and Performing Arts is 441st of 618 and Universal Institute CS is unranked among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).