Serving 666 students in grades 3-5, Union County Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 666 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Union County Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Blairsville, GA, covering approximately 329 square miles. The typical drive to the school is 20-30 minutes, with an average distance of 11.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 19.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Union County Elementary School's student population of 666 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
666 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
'Success for ALL'
School Rankings
Union County Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union County Elementary School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#596 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union County Elementary School's ranking?
Union County Elementary School is ranked #596 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Union County Elementary School?
666 students attend Union County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Union County Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Union County Elementary School?
Union County Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Union County Elementary School offer ?
Union County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Union County Elementary School part of?
Union County Elementary School is part of Union County School District.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
The staff is incredible! They are knowledgeable and compassionate. They are eager to work with me during my difficult circumstances and have helped my child tremendously! My son LOVES school!!! UCES is very welcoming to parents and works to include families in school activities. This is the best school we've been in, and we are lucky to have this quality of education in such a small town.
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