Union Elementary School

481 Heavner Grove Rd
Buckhannon, WV 26201
1/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 258 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Union Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 258 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • : Bottom 50% in WV
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

School Overview

Union Elementary School's student population of 258 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
258 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
2025

School Rankings

Union Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union Elementary School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WV)
#611 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
15-19%
34%
15-19%
41%
20-29%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
100%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.00
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Union Elementary School's ranking?
Union Elementary School is ranked #611 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Union Elementary School often compared to?
Union Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tennerton Elementary School, Washington District Elementary School, Buckhannon Academy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Union Elementary School?
258 students attend Union Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Union Elementary School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Union Elementary School?
Union Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Union Elementary School offer ?
Union Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Union Elementary School part of?
Union Elementary School is part of Upshur County Schools School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 258 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

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