Union County Public Schools


Summary:

The Union County Public Schools district in North Carolina comprises 52 schools, including 30 elementary schools, 9 middle schools, and 13 high schools, serving students across a range of performance levels. The district is ranked 53rd out of 242 districts in the state and is rated 4 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger.

Several schools stand out as exceptional performers within the district, including Marvin Ridge High, ranked 46th out of 640 high schools in North Carolina with 87.6% proficient or better in Biology EOC and 94.9% proficient or better in English II EOC; Weddington Middle, ranked 9th out of 793 middle schools with 95% or more of students scoring proficient or better in 6th and 7th grade math and 6th-8th grade reading; and Antioch Elementary, ranked 25th out of 1,505 elementary schools with 80% or more of students scoring proficient or better across math, reading, and science.

However, the data also reveals stark contrasts in academic performance between the highest and lowest-performing schools, with a strong correlation between socioeconomic status and student achievement. While the district has several standout elementary and middle schools, there are also several underperforming high schools that struggle to meet state averages. Addressing these inequities and disparities will be crucial for ensuring all students in the Union County Public Schools district have access to a high-quality education.

District Detail

 400 North Church Street
Monroe, NC 28112-4730

 (704) 296-9898

SchoolDigger Rank:
53rd of 242 North Carolina districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students: 41,497

Primary Schools: 30
Middle Schools: 9
High Schools: 13
Alternative Schools: 0
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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