Serving 478 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Union Cross Traditional Academy 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 20% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Union Cross Traditional Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Union Cross Traditional Academy's student population of 478 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
478 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Union Cross Traditional Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union Cross Traditional Academy is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2027 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
36%
20%
Black
20%
25%
White
38%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union Cross Traditional Academy's ranking?
Union Cross Traditional Academy is ranked #2027 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Union Cross Traditional Academy often compared to?
Union Cross Traditional Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Caleb's Creek Elementary School, Smith Farm Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Union Cross Traditional Academy?
478 students attend Union Cross Traditional Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Union Cross Traditional Academy students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Union Cross Traditional Academy?
Union Cross Traditional Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Union Cross Traditional Academy offer ?
Union Cross Traditional Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Union Cross Traditional Academy part of?
Union Cross Traditional Academy is part of Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools School District.
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