United Community School vs University Meadows Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
United Community School
Charlotte · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
250 students
University Meadows Elementary
Charlotte · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
737 students
| Measure | United Community School Charlotte, North Carolina | University Meadows Elementary Charlotte, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #570 of 1,457 | #1232 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #33557 of 50,301 | #46569 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 250 | 737 |
| Enrollment | 250 | 737 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 99.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 19.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 36% |
| city | Charlotte | Charlotte |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •United Community School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.7 vs 17.1).
- •University Meadows Elementary does better on math proficiency (36% vs 32%).
- •United Community School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 28%).
- •United Community School does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 19.4).
- •University Meadows Elementary is the larger school with 737 students compared with 250.
- •United Community School 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 United Community School better than University Meadows Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), United Community School ranks higher (37.7 vs 17.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are United Community School and University Meadows Elementary?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Charlotte and Charlotte in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
United Community School: 250. University Meadows Elementary: 737. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do United Community School and University Meadows Elementary rank in North Carolina?
United Community School is 570th of 1,457 and University Meadows Elementary is 1232nd of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).