Serving 695 students in grades 6-8, East Union Middle School 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 39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 695 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Union Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
East Union Middle School's student population of 695 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
695 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Union Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Union Middle School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1941 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
41%
21%
Black
30%
25%
White
24%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Union Middle School's ranking?
East Union Middle School is ranked #1941 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend East Union Middle School?
695 students attend East Union Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of East Union Middle School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 24% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Union Middle School?
East Union Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Union Middle School offer ?
East Union Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is East Union Middle School part of?
East Union Middle School is part of Union County School District.
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