Serving 2,193 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Union Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 2,193 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Union Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Union Academy's student population of 2,193 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 129 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,193 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
129 teachers
School Rankings
Union Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union Academy is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#410 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
14%
21%
Black
11%
25%
White
67%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union Academy's ranking?
Union Academy is ranked #410 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Union Academy often compared to?
Union Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Union Prep Academy At Indian Trail by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Union Academy?
The graduation rate of Union Academy is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Union Academy?
2,193 students attend Union Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Union Academy students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Union Academy?
Union Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Union Academy offer ?
Union Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Union Academy part of?
Union Academy is part of Union Academy Charter School District.
School Reviews
5 4/14/2021
I think this school is amazing and I've been here since 4th grade and my brother has been her sense 2nd grade and we love us he's in 4th grade now and im in 6th grade now thanks for letting me speak about my school!!!!!
2 10/16/2020
My children have been a part of UA for the past 10 years, and we have no intention of ever leaving. The teachers are compassionate and qualified- creating a top-notch education. Look at the standardized test scores and graduation rate. UA always exceeds the state average. As a K-12 school, there is a culture of family and is seems as if everyone truly cares for each other. If you put in the time to volunteer and get to know the school, you will also feel welcome.
1 9/15/2020
I am scared to be here. Too many two faced people trying to make a broken school look perfect. Too many creepy kids who get away with treating people horribly, and teachers never notice, and no one addresses bullying. They don't want anyone to know they have problems. The parents of people who are miserable won't let their kids leave because the school looks good on the outside.
5 10/17/2011
Education is only as good as the teachers and most of them are great. My child scored over 2000 on SAT and has gotten letters from Harvard, Vassar as well as other prestigious Universities. The school is small so there are many opportunities for students to lead or play sports while large enough to have decent teams. Parents are very involved for the most part, those who leave unhappy usually arrived unhappy with their previous school. It is a school of choice.
2 3/22/2010
The academic quality is low. Uniforms are addressed strictly. Doing something like untucking your shirt or hugging can get you detention for the res of the day or longer,lowering the amount of education a student receives. The uniforms as well as the cost to do normal activiteswill literary make you broke.
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