Serving 250 students in grades Kindergarten-8, United Community School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 250 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
United Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
United Community School's student population of 250 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
250 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
2023
School Calendar
School Motto
Everyone UNITES to provide students an education that is engaging, enriching, and challenging in a safe and positive environment.
School Rankings
United Community School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of United Community School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1882 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)30-34%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
28%
22%
Black
54%
24%
White
7%
42%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
28.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is United Community School's ranking?
United Community School is ranked #1882 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are United Community School often compared to?
United Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joseph W Grier Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend United Community School?
250 students attend United Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of United Community School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of United Community School?
United Community School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does United Community School offer ?
United Community School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is United Community School part of?
United Community School is part of United Community School District.
In what neighborhood is United Community School located?
United Community School is located in the College Downs neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 2 other public schools located in College Downs.
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