Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy vs Universal Institute CS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 725 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy
Philadelphia · Public elementary · Grades K–8
338 students
Universal Institute CS
Philadelphia · Charter other · Grades K–9
597 students
| Measure | Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Universal Institute CS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #1275 of 1,627 | – |
| National rank | #37046 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–9 |
| Students | 338 | 597 |
| Enrollment | 338 | 597 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.4% | 94.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 18.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 16% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy does better on math proficiency (32% vs 16%).
- •Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 36%).
- •Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.4% vs 94.5%).
- •Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 18.1).
- •Universal Institute CS is the larger school with 597 students compared with 338.
- •Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy 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 Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy 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 Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy and Universal Institute CS?
About 725 m in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy: 338. Universal Institute CS: 597. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy and Universal Institute CS rank in Pennsylvania?
Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy is 1275th of 1,627 and Universal Institute CS is unranked among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).