A.C.E. Academy vs University Meadows Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 3.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
A.C.E. Academy
Harrisburg · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
421 students
University Meadows Elementary
Charlotte · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
737 students
| Measure | A.C.E. Academy Harrisburg, North Carolina | University Meadows Elementary Charlotte, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1226 of 1,457 | #1232 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #46358 of 50,301 | #46569 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 421 | 737 |
| Enrollment | 421 | 737 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.9% | 99.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 19.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 36% |
| city | Harrisburg | Charlotte |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (17.4 vs 17.1).
- •University Meadows Elementary does better on math proficiency (36% vs 17%).
- •A.C.E. Academy does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 28%).
- •A.C.E. Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97.9% vs 99.6%).
- •A.C.E. Academy does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 19.4).
- •University Meadows Elementary is the larger school with 737 students compared with 421.
- •A.C.E. Academy is a charter school while University Meadows Elementary is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is A.C.E. Academy better than University Meadows Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are A.C.E. Academy and University Meadows Elementary?
About 3.8 km in a straight line, between Harrisburg and Charlotte in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
A.C.E. Academy: 421. University Meadows Elementary: 737. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do A.C.E. Academy and University Meadows Elementary rank in North Carolina?
A.C.E. Academy is 1226th of 1,457 and University Meadows Elementary is 1232nd of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).