Serving 324 students in grades 9-12, Union High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Union High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Union High School's student population of 324 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
324 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Union High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#442 out of 1221 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
1%
7%
White
94%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union High School's ranking?
Union High School is ranked #442 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Union High School often compared to?
Union High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Union High School?
The graduation rate of Union High School is 95%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87%.
How many students attend Union High School?
324 students attend Union High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Union High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Union High School?
Union High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Union High School offer ?
Union High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Union High School part of?
Union High School is part of Union Comm School District.
School Reviews
5 12/28/2015
From really old Dysart grad(sometime in the sixties, if I REMEMBER correctly) I would like to thank you for your musicality and seasonal warmth during your appearance at the Village in CD
Thank you and well done.
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