Universal Academy

What Universal Academy does

Universal Academy, legally LTTS Charter School Inc., is a Texas public charter school system serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade. Founded around 1998 and headquartered at 2616 N MacArthur Blvd in Irving, the school operates three campuses spanning the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex: an established Irving campus (PK-12), an established Coppell campus (PK-8), and a Bartonville campus listed as coming soon. Its core academic offering is the Cambridge International curriculum, delivered alongside specialized programs in Gifted & Talented, Special Education, Emergent Bilingual/ESL, Dyslexia intervention, and a K-5 agriculture program built around 4-H. The school also runs co-curricular athletics (volleyball, basketball, football, track & field, cheer), band, chess, and a National Honor Society chapter. The district has earned an A-rating from the Texas Education Agency accountability system and holds a TIA (Teacher Incentive Allotment) Charter School designation.

The school runs a multi-campus charter operating model with no tuition for enrolled families, funded primarily through Texas per-pupil allocations and federal charter-eligible grants. Core GTM is enrollment-driven: parents apply through the Ascender TX parent portal, with outreach supported by a multilingual website (English, Spanish, Hindi, Telugu), a mobile app on Apple/Play stores, social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter), and district email newsletters. Fee-based revenue layers include an Extended Day before/after-school care program ($50 registration + $285/month per child), a Summer Camp partnership with ELTSF and CJ's Legacy Ranch (June 1 – July 31, 2026, $2,200/month or $4,400 full summer), and back-to-school supply kits sold through an EduKit channel partnership via the RevTrak online store.

Governance rests with an uncompensated School Board chaired by founder Mrs. Janice Blackmon (also serving as CEO and Director of Administrative Services). Academic leadership is held by Dr. Dana Jobe (Superintendent and Chief Academic Officer), with Mrs. Andrea Butcher as CFO and HR Director, and Ms. Perkina-Gross Dickerson as Assistant COO/Director of Transportation. The school employs 101-250 staff across teaching, facilities, security, transportation, and district administration, and serves on the calendar of 175 instructional days with 450 instructional minutes per day for the 2026-2027 academic year.

Name

Universal Academy

Legal name

LTTS Charter School Inc.

Website

https://universalacademy.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Universal Academy (LTTS Charter School Inc.) is a Texas public charter school system delivering PK-12 Cambridge International curriculum across Irving, Coppell, and Bartonville campuses in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, supplemented by athletics, fine arts, and fee-based extended-day and summer camp programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Public Charter School Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110), Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Charter College-Prep & Advanced Academics Schools (EDAJACAJ)

Keywords

• Charter school education
• K-12 public school
• Cambridge curriculum
• Before after school care
• Summer camp programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Irving

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Charter School Funding: Universal Academy operates as a public charter school under LTTS Charter School Inc., receiving per-pupil state funding and potentially federal grants for charter schools. As a public school, tuition is free for enrolled students.
2. Extended Day Program: Before and after school care program serving PK-12 students. Generates monthly tuition revenue at $285/month per child plus $50 registration fee. Program runs Monday-Friday 6:15AM-7:30AM and 3:30PM-6:00PM on regular school days.
3. Summer Camp Program: Summer camp in partnership with ELTSF and CJ's Legacy Ranch offering academic enrichment with outdoor activities. Generates $2,200 per month or $4,400 for full summer. Program includes horseback riding, fishing, arts, agriculture, and academic activities for students ages 4-17.
4. School Supplies: Partnership with EduKit to provide pre-configured school supply kits for each grade level, with ordering through the school's online store.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Universal Academy is a PK-12 public charter school operating three Texas campuses (Irving, Coppell, and the upcoming Bartonville campus) under LTTS Charter School Inc. The school delivers free public education through the Cambridge International curriculum and supplements it with specialized academic programs (Gifted & Talented, Special Education, Emergent Bilingual/ESL, Dyslexia), an Agriculture program, Athletics, Band, and a Dual Credit program. Fee-based ancillary services include before/after-school Extended Day care and a Summer Camp partnership with ELTSF and CJ's Legacy Ranch.

Product overview

Universal Academy is a PK-12 charter school operated by LTTS Charter School Inc., offering a comprehensive educational program through multiple campuses in Irving, Coppell, and Bartonville, Texas. The school provides a Cambridge International curriculum as its core academic framework, supplemented by specialized programs including Gifted & Talented, Special Education, Emergent Bilingual (ESL), Dyslexia intervention, and an Agriculture program for K-5 students. Beyond core academics, Universal Academy offers co-curricular and enrichment programs including Athletics, Band, Chess, and Extracurricular Clubs. The school also provides extended day care services, a summer camp partnership, and an online payment system for family convenience. As an A-rated school and member of the world's largest International Community of Schools through Cambridge, Universal Academy emphasizes academic excellence alongside character development and community engagement.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Cambridge Program International Cambridge curriculum offering that provides PK-12 students access to Cambridge International Education resources, instructional framework, and credentials recognized by universities worldwide.
• Dual Credit Program Program allowing high school students to earn college credits concurrently with secondary education, supported by Success Coaches and a documented application process.
• Extended Day Program Before and after-school care program for PK-12 students operating 6:15AM-7:30AM and 3:30PM-6:00PM on regular school days, providing homework help, computer lab access, crafts, science experiments, and physical activities.
• Summer Camp Summer camp delivered in partnership with ELTSF and CJ's Legacy Ranch combining academic enrichment with horseback riding, sport fishing, arts and crafts, agricultural learning, and outdoor activities for students ages 4-17.
• Gifted & Talented Program Specialized differentiated instruction and enrichment program for gifted and talented students within the Universal Academy system.
• Special Education Comprehensive special education services offering eligibility determination, specialized instruction, accommodations, and resources for students with IEPs or 504 plans.
• Emergent Bilingual (ESL) Program English as a Second Language program providing dedicated instruction and resources for emergent bilingual students across the district's campuses.
• Dyslexia Program Specialized dyslexia intervention and support services for eligible students within the Universal Academy system.
• Agriculture Program Kindergarten through 5th grade farm-to-table agriculture program featuring 4-H participation, field trips, science curriculum integration, and related enrichment programming.
• Athletics Program Competitive athletics program offering volleyball, basketball, football, track & field, and cheer for student athletes with rosters, schedules, and team news.
• Band Program Music program offering marching band, concert band, and jazz band ensembles with multiple performance opportunities for student musicians.

Quantifiable outcome

• A-rating achieved and maintained

Named customers1 record

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Cambridge InternationalcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Universal Academy is an authorized Cambridge International school, offering Cambridge curriculum programs. This partnership provides internationally recognized academic credentials and access to the world's largest International Community of Schools. Students can pursue Cambridge certifications recognized by universities worldwide.
• ELTSF and CJ's Legacy RanchcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Partnership to deliver summer camp program combining academic enrichment with hands-on outdoor learning at CJ's Legacy Ranch. Camp runs June 1 - July 31, 2026, Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Activities include horseback riding, sport fishing, arts and crafts, agricultural learning, and academic enrichment for students ages 4-17.
• EduKitminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSchool supply partnership providing pre-configured supply kits for each grade level. Parents order through EduKit website with delivery to homes before school starts. Simplifies back-to-school supply shopping.
• Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA)coreOthersUniversal Academy is designated as a TIA Charter School, participating in the Texas Teacher Incentive Allotment program which provides additional compensation for effective teachers in high-needs areas.
• Ascender TXcoreTechnology or IntegrationParent Portal and student information system provider used for enrollment applications, student records, grades, and attendance tracking.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Uplift Education: DFW-based public charter network operating multiple PK-12 college-prep campuses; directly comparable multi-campus charter model serving similar Irving/DFW family demographics and Cambridge- or advanced-curriculum positioning.
• KIPP Texas Public Schools: Large Texas charter network operating multiple PK-12 campuses across DFW, Houston, and San Antonio; directly comparable public charter operator with multi-campus growth model and college-prep mission.
• IDEA Public Schools: Texas's largest charter operator with a PK-12 college-prep model; directly comparable as a multi-campus Texas charter delivering free public education with rigorous academic outcomes.
• Harmony Public Schools: Texas-based public charter network with STEM-focused PK-12 campuses across DFW and other metros; comparable multi-campus public charter operator competing for similar college-prep family segment.
• International Leadership of Texas (ILTexas): Texas public charter operating PK-12 campuses with international/leadership curriculum focus, including Cambridge-affiliated schools across DFW; directly comparable as a multi-campus Texas charter with similar curriculum branding.

Emerging players

• BASIS Charter Schools: College-prep charter operator with Texas presence emphasizing advanced academics; comparable as a charter with rigorous Cambridge-like advanced curriculum but with a narrower Texas footprint.
• Great Hearts Academies: Classical/humanities-focused charter network with growing Texas presence; comparable as a free public charter offering an advanced curriculum to college-bound families in suburban markets.

Broad incumbents

• Coppell ISD: Highly-rated traditional public school district serving the same Coppell market where Universal Academy's second campus operates; competes for the same suburban DFW PK-12 family segment with broad academic and athletic offerings.
• Lewisville ISD: Large traditional public school district serving the Flower Mound/Highland Village area adjacent to Universal Academy's markets; broad incumbent competitor for K-12 enrollment in the DFW northern suburbs.

Regional players

• YES Prep Public Schools: Houston-anchored Texas charter network with rigorous PK-12 college-prep model; comparable as a peer multi-campus Texas charter with similar accountability-driven culture, though primarily serving a different metro.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/uacoppell
• Facebookfacebook.com/profile.php?id=61551047982987
• Instagraminstagram.com/universalacademy1998

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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