Benton Heights Elementary vs Union Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benton Heights Elementary
Monroe · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
451 students
Union Academy
Monroe · Charter other · Grades K–12
2,186 students
| Measure | Benton Heights Elementary Monroe, North Carolina | Union Academy Monroe, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #893 of 1,457 | – |
| National rank | #40632 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 451 | 2,186 |
| Enrollment | 451 | 2,186 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.3% | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.3 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 62% |
| city | Monroe | Monroe |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Union Academy does better on math proficiency (62% vs 33%).
- •Union Academy does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 25%).
- •Benton Heights Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 15.8).
- •Union Academy is the larger school with 2,186 students compared with 451.
- •Benton Heights Elementary is a public school while Union Academy is a charter 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 Benton Heights Elementary better than Union Academy?
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 Benton Heights Elementary and Union Academy?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Monroe and Monroe in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benton Heights Elementary: 451. Union Academy: 2,186. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benton Heights Elementary and Union Academy rank in North Carolina?
Benton Heights Elementary is 893rd of 1,457 and Union Academy is unranked among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).