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Union Academy

Charter Pre-K, Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade Pre-K-12
675 N M L King Jr Blvd,  Monroe, NC
3.9
3.5
2,186 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr. Jim Zorn
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1190
Average ACT Score
25
Math Proficiency
74%
Reading Proficiency
64%
Average GPA
3.54
Graduation Rate
92%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
A+
Teachers
B+
College Prep
B+
Administration
B+
Resources/Facilities
A-
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
A+
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.54
Reading Proficiency
64%
Math Proficiency
74%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
139
Full Time Teachers
139
Teachers in First or Second Year
12.7%
College Prep
Average SAT
1190
Math
590
Verbal
600
Average ACT
25
Math
24
English
25
Reading
27
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
15
AP Pass Rate
50%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
96%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
20.2%
State Average
19.2%
Science
21.2%
State Average
20.8%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
396:1

Student Diversity

Female
51.9%
Male
48.1%
White
68.8%
Hispanic
13.5%
Black
10.2%
Two or more races
5.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.7%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#21 Best Public HS Teachers in North Carolina
#23 Best Charter HS in North Carolina
#40 Best Public MS Teachers in North Carolina
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of North Carolina at Charlotte 168 Students
North Carolina State University 150 Students
Appalachian State University 143 Students
Wingate University 126 Students
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 124 Students
University of North Carolina - Wilmington 112 Students
Western Carolina University 103 Students
East Carolina University 82 Students
University of North Carolina - Greensboro 68 Students
High Point University 56 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 55 Students
Nursing 52 Students
Psychology 49 Students
Biology 34 Students
Marketing 22 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 21 Students
Sport and Fitness Management 19 Students
Forensic Science and Technology 18 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 17 Students
Physical Therapy 17 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 180 Reviews
5.0 Alum
2/29/2024
I went to UA all 4 years of high school. UA was a home and everyone as connected. With it being a k-12 school, everyone knew everyone and were able to relate to certain levels. Activities and academics were always amazing. As a varsity cheer alum as well, being connected in sports made my time at UA more enjoyable.
4.0 Senior
11/21/2023
I've been at Union Academy since a kindergartener so I've been able to create a sense of community growing up with the same people. Although we might not be the best at sports, people that show up to support show good school spirit and creating a good atmosphere for encouragement. The one thing I think Union Academy can improve on is being more inviting to new students.
2.0 Senior
9/27/2023
I've gone here for 8 years and I've never gone a full year without a teacher quitting/ leaving before the year ended
GreatSchools Reviews
3.5 34 Reviews
5.0 parent
11/28/2025
Great school with values. Definitely will recommend it to others!
3.0 parent
7/6/2025
A 3.5 rating for this school is not inspirational. Concerned about the new headmaster of the school and the direction of both the board and headmaster. Do not believe the best interest of the students is the top priority.
3.0 other
6/3/2025
I recently graduated from this school, and one of the biggest issue is the head of school. She’s consistently absent and overly meddles in everyone’s affairs. She disrespects fired staff members, including a teacher who bravely defended his class. Overall, she’s a negative influence on the school. S...
5.0 student
9/18/2024
This school is a very great school and I recommend going here.

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Union Academy is a charter school for students in grades Pre-K-12 located at 675 N M L King Jr Blvd in Monroe, NC. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 2,186 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 74% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 64% are proficient in reading. Union Academy has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.54, the graduation rate is 92%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1190 and an ACT score of 25. Discover additional schools in the area, like Apprentice Academy High School Of NC, Union Day School, Queen's Grant Community School, and more. Learn more about what Monroe has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Union Academy.

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