For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 133 students in Union, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Union, IA is Bcluw Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Union, IA public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in Union have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Union, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bcluw Middle School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
704 Commercial St
Union, IA 50258
(641) 486-5371
Union, IA 50258
(641) 486-5371
Gr: 5-8 | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Union, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Union, IA include Bcluw Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Union?
1 public elementary schools are located in Union.
What is the racial composition of students in Union?
Union public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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