North Union High School is part of the North Union Local School District in northern Union County, Ohio, USA, with an October 2017 district enrollment of 1,520 students within a 162 square mile boundary line. The district is surrounded by farms with business and factories both to the north and south.
Serving 385 students in grades 9-12, North Union High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Union High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Richwood, OH, covering approximately 159.2 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.6 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Union High School's student population of 385 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
385 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Prepare | Challenge | Empower
Average Class Size
21 students
School Rankings
North Union High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Union High School is 0.06, 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
#1295 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
97%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.1%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- North Union High School is a public high school in Richwood, Ohio. It is the only high school in the North Union Local School District. Their nickname is the Wildcats.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Union High School's ranking?
North Union High School is ranked #1295 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are North Union High School often compared to?
North Union High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marysville High School, Fairbanks High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Union High School?
The graduation rate of North Union High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend North Union High School?
385 students attend North Union High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of North Union High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Union High School?
North Union High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Union High School offer ?
North Union High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Union High School part of?
North Union High School is part of North Union Local School District.
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