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Monroe Charter Academy
Elementary School · Monroe Charter Academy
2850 Old Charlotte Hwy, Monroe, NC 28110
Enrollment
158
Student-Teacher
39.5:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
158
Student-Teacher
39.5:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,984 of 2,648
In Monroe
#18 of 25
public schools
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Monroe Charter Academy
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About Monroe Charter Academy
Monroe Charter Academy is a public elementary school in Monroe, NC, part of Monroe Charter Academy. Monroe Charter Academy serves approximately 158 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 39.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Monroe Charter Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,984 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Monroe Charter Academy show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 158 students, Monroe Charter Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Monroe Charter Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Monroe Charter Academy runs 39.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Monroe Charter Academy — Students at Monroe Charter Academy score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 77%).
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 10 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.8/10.
How Monroe Charter Academy Compares
See how Monroe Charter Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2850 Old Charlotte Hwy, Monroe, NC 28110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Monroe Charter Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Poplin Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Indian Trail), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sardis Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rocky River Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Monroe, see our Monroe schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FIRST ASSEMBLY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Monroe | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Union Academy Monroe | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Rocky River Elementary Monroe | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Apprentice Academy High School Monroe | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Union County Early College Monroe | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Benton Heights Elementary Monroe | 2.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Walter Bickett Elementary Monroe | 3.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Central Academy of Technology and Arts Monroe | 3.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Wolfe School Monroe | 3.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Monroe Middle Monroe | 4.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Sardis Elementary Monroe | 4.2 mi | 7.7 |
| East Elementary Monroe | 4.0 mi | 4.7 |
| LEE PARK PREPARATORY SCHOOL Monroe | 3.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Sun Valley High Monroe | 3.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Shiloh Valley Primary School Monroe | 3.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Shiloh Valley Elementary Monroe | 4.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Sun Valley Middle Indian Trail | 4.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Poplin Elementary Indian Trail | 4.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Porter Ridge Middle School Indian Trail | 5.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Monroe High Monroe | 4.5 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,221
Median Home Value
$302,600
Median Rent
$1,313/mo
Population
55,807
College Educated
23.7%
Homeownership
75.4%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
11%
Median Age
36.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GRACE COVENANT ACADEMY Cornelius, NC | 5.0 |
| Gouge Elementary Bakersville, NC | 5.0 |
| South Toe Elementary Burnsville, NC | 5.0 |
| Bladen Lakes Primary Elizabethtown, NC | 5.1 |
| Deyton Elementary Spruce Pine, NC | 5.1 |
| East Elementary Kings Mountain, NC | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Monroe Charter Academy
What grades does Monroe Charter Academy serve?
Monroe Charter Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Monroe Charter Academy?
Monroe Charter Academy has an enrollment of approximately 158 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Monroe Charter Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Monroe Charter Academy is 39.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Monroe Charter Academy rank in NC?
Monroe Charter Academy ranks #1,984 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Monroe Charter Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Monroe Charter Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Monroe Charter Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Monroe Charter Academy has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
Is Monroe Charter Academy a charter school?
Yes, Monroe Charter Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Monroe Charter Academy a Title I school?
No, Monroe Charter Academy is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 158
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 39.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Union County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.5%
- Phone
- (980) 210-3627
Resources & Links
District
Monroe Charter Academy- District Enrollment
- 158
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,719
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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