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#603 of 1,176 schools in SC

Monarch Elementary

Elementary School · Union 01

218 Monarch School Drive, Union, SC 29379

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

449

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

449

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#603 of 1,176

In Union

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 6

Union 01

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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About Monarch Elementary

Monarch Elementary is a public elementary school in Union, SC, part of Union 01. Monarch Elementary serves approximately 449 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Monarch Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #603 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Monarch Elementary show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.8 pts above district

6.3

This school 6.3 · Average
District avg 4.5
SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress4.6Below Average50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change-4.01 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics7.6Very Good30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+12.2 pts

Adjusted Percentile64th

Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1

Per-Pupil Spending$12,526

Chronic Absenteeism7.6%

Monarch Elementary — Students at Monarch Elementary score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 49.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 28 test records from SC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009

Math

78%

ELA

87%

2010

Math

76%

ELA

74%

2011

Math

72%

ELA

77%

2012

Math

78%

ELA

79%

2013

Math

72%

ELA

77%

2014

Math

52%

ELA

32%

2015

Math

52%

ELA

43%

2016

Math

34%

ELA

27%

2017

Math

38%

ELA

27%

2018

Math

38%

ELA

31%

2019

Math

38%

ELA

31%

2020*

Math

37%

ELA

34%

2021*

Math

37%

ELA

34%

2022

Math

52%

ELA

45%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Monarch Elementary Compares

See how Monarch Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

6.3/10

49th percentile in SC

Academic

7.6/10

Very Good

Growth

4.6/10

Below Average

Environment

8.8/10

Excellent

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

100%

Teaching Staff

13:1 student-teacher ratio

35 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

7.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available

This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

218 Monarch School Drive, Union, SC 29379

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Monarch Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Whitmire Community School (Elementary) (rated 7.9/10, 16.8 miles away, in nearby Whitmire), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pauline-Glenn Springs Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 17.3 miles away, in nearby Pauline), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SC School for the Deaf Elementary/Middle (rated 6.6/10, 20.9 miles away, in nearby Spartanburg), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Union, see our Union schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 20.9 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Foster Park Elementary Union	0.8 mi	434	3.4
Union County High Union	2.2 mi	1,069	5.7
Sims Middle Union	2.6 mi	635	4.0
UNION CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Union	3.1 mi	99	7.6
Buffalo Elementary Buffalo	3.3 mi	478	4.5
Jonesville Elementary Middle Jonesville	7.1 mi	593	3.7
Tyger River High Enoree	13.0 mi	5	—
Whitmire Community School (Elementary) Whitmire	16.8 mi	244	7.9
Whitmire Community School (High) Whitmire	16.8 mi	268	6.6
Pacolet Elementary Pacolet	16.0 mi	427	6.0
Corinth Elementary Gaffney	20.2 mi	305	6.5
Pauline-Glenn Springs Elementary Pauline	17.3 mi	474	6.9
Hickory Grove-Sharon Elementary Hickory Grove	20.0 mi	427	5.3
Draytonville Elementary Gaffney	21.7 mi	265	5.6
Limestone-Central Elementary Gaffney	23.1 mi	475	4.6
John E. Ewing Middle Gaffney	23.3 mi	405	4.0
SC School for the Blind High Spartanburg	20.9 mi	25	—
SC School for the Deaf High Spartanburg	20.9 mi	26	—
SC School for the Deaf Elementary/Middle Spartanburg	20.9 mi	39	6.6
SC School for the Blind Elementary/Middle Spartanburg	20.9 mi	20	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29379 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$40,178

Median Home Value

$103,000

Median Rent

$789/mo

Population

17,580

College Educated

13%

Homeownership

64.8%

Avg Commute

27.7 min

Poverty Rate

23.5%

Median Age

45.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Monarch Elementary

What grades does Monarch Elementary serve?

Monarch Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Monarch Elementary?

Monarch Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 449 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Monarch Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Monarch Elementary is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Monarch Elementary rank in SC?

Monarch Elementary ranks #603 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Monarch Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Monarch Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Monarch Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Monarch Elementary has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Monarch Elementary a charter school?

No, Monarch Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Monarch Elementary a Title I school?

No, Monarch Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Monarch Elementary?

100.0% of students at Monarch Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.