For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 9,492 students in Union City, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 499 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in Union City, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Union City, CA are Delaine Eastin Elementary School, Tom Kitayama Elementary School and Pioneer Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Union City, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Union City have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Union City, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Delaine Eastin Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
34901 Eastin Dr.
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 475-9630
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 475-9630
Grades: K-5
| 672 students
Rank: #22.
Tom Kitayama Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1959 Sunsprite Dr.
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 475-3982
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 475-3982
Grades: K-5
| 633 students
Rank: #33.
Pioneer Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
32737 Bel Aire St.
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 487-4530
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 487-4530
Grades: K-5
| 637 students
Rank: #44.
Itliong-vera Cruz
(Math: 38% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
31604 Alvarado Blvd.
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 489-0700
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 489-0700
Grades: 6-8
| 1,092 students
Rank: #55.
James Logan High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1800 H St.
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 471-2520
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 471-2520
Grades: 9-12
| 3,151 students
Rank: #66.
Alvarado Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
31100 Fredi St.
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 471-1039
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 471-1039
Grades: K-5
| 653 students
Rank: #77.
Decoto School For Independent Study
Alternative School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
725 Whipple Rd.
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 476-2696
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 476-2696
Grades: K-12
| 279 students
Rank: #88.
Guy Jr. Emanuele Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 Decoto Rd.
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 471-2461
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 471-2461
Grades: K-5
| 684 students
Rank: #99.
Cesar Chavez Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2801 Hop Ranch Rd.
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 487-1700
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 487-1700
Grades: 6-8
| 979 students
Rank: #1010.
Searles Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
33629 15th St.
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 471-2772
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 471-2772
Grades: K-5
| 712 students
Union City, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
725 Whipple Rd.
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 471-5363
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 471-5363
Grades: 6-8
| 737 students
4500 Cabello St
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 489-4141
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 489-4141
Grades: K-12
| 65 students
New Haven Community Day (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
34200 Alvaradoniles Rd
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 471-1100
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 471-1100
Grades: 6-12
| 12 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Union City, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Union City, CA include Delaine Eastin Elementary School, Tom Kitayama Elementary School and Pioneer Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Union City?
10 public schools are located in Union City.
What percentage of students in Union City go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in Union City are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Union City?
Union City public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Union City are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Union City include: Cesar Chavez Middle School vs. Itliong-vera Cruz, Itliong-vera Cruz vs. Cesar Chavez Middle School, Pioneer Elementary School vs. Delaine Eastin Elementary School
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