Serving 442 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Monarch Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Monarch Elementary serves the southeastern part of Union, SC, covering an attendance zone of approximately 179.8 square miles. Families in this area can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 19.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monarch Elementary School's student population of 442 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
442 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Monarch Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monarch Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#554 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
15%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
32%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.7%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
5%
Showing 2007–2016. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monarch Elementary School's ranking?
Monarch Elementary School is ranked #554 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Monarch Elementary School often compared to?
Monarch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Foster Park Elementary School, Buffalo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Monarch Elementary School?
442 students attend Monarch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Monarch Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monarch Elementary School?
Monarch Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Monarch Elementary School offer ?
Monarch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Monarch Elementary School part of?
Monarch Elementary School is part of Union 01 School District.
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