UNIVERSAL ACADEMY

UNIVERSAL ACADEMY is a Title I public charter school that is part of the UNIVERSAL ACADEMY school district, located in IRVING, TX with about 777 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 48 teachers, UNIVERSAL ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

UNIVERSAL ACADEMY in Irving, Texas, is a tuition-free public charter school that serves students in grades Pre-K through 12. As part of a larger charter network, the school focuses on providing a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum designed to equip students with the academic foundation necessary for higher education. The academy emphasizes a structured learning environment, often integrating character development and civic responsibility into its educational model to foster both intellectual and personal growth.

Beyond academics, UNIVERSAL ACADEMY is known for maintaining a smaller, more intimate school setting compared to traditional district campuses. By prioritizing low student-to-teacher ratios, the school aims to offer personalized instruction and targeted support to meet the diverse needs of its student population. The Irving campus serves as an accessible option for families in the area seeking a public school alternative that combines standardized curriculum standards with a focused, goal-oriented approach to student achievement.

For more information, contact UNIVERSAL ACADEMY at (972) 255-1800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2616 N MACARTHUR BLVD
IRVING, TX 75062-5401
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UNIVERSAL ACADEMY is a public Title I Charter school in IRVING, TX with about 777 enrolled students. See other public other schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Other
Charter School:*
Yes
STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION
District:
UNIVERSAL ACADEMY
Total Students:
777
Teachers:
48.3
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 777 students

Hispanic/Latino
66.9%
Black or African American
26.1%
Asian
3.5%
Two or more races
1.7%
White
1.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
50.7%
Male
49.3%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.