Serving 413 students in grades 6-8, Union County Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Union County Middle School serves the entire district in Morganfield, KY, covering an extensive area of approximately 363.4 square miles, with typical drive times ranging from 20 to 30 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 11.2 miles, extending up to 18.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Union County Middle School's student population of 413 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
413 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring the Champion Within
School Rankings
Union County Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union County Middle School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1051 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
6%
11%
White
85%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.2%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union County Middle School's ranking?
Union County Middle School is ranked #1051 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Union County Middle School often compared to?
Union County Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Union County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Union County Middle School?
413 students attend Union County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Union County Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Union County Middle School?
Union County Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Union County Middle School offer ?
Union County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Union County Middle School part of?
Union County Middle School is part of Union County School District.
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