Serving 297 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, New Union Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: New Union Elementary serves the northern part of Manchester, TN, covering an area of approximately 21.1 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Union Elementary School's student population of 297 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
297 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Union Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Union Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#563 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
16%
16%
Black
1%
20%
White
75%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Union Elementary School's ranking?
New Union Elementary School is ranked #563 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are New Union Elementary School often compared to?
New Union Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deerfield Elementary School, Hillsboro Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend New Union Elementary School?
297 students attend New Union Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of New Union Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does New Union Elementary School offer ?
New Union Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Union Elementary School part of?
New Union Elementary School is part of Coffee County School District.
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