Serving 654 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Union Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 654 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: North Union Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Richwood, OH, covering approximately 159.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest point in the zone being about 12.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Union Elementary School's student population of 654 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
654 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Prepare | Challenge | Empower
School Rankings
North Union Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Union Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#831 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Union Elementary School's ranking?
North Union Elementary School is ranked #831 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend North Union Elementary School?
654 students attend North Union Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of North Union Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Union Elementary School?
North Union Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Union Elementary School offer ?
North Union Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Union Elementary School part of?
North Union Elementary School is part of North Union Local School District.
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