Union Elementary School serves 339 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Union Elementary School's student population of 339 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
339 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Union Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
75%
47%
Black
15%
6%
White
5%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Union Elementary School?
339 students attend Union Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Union Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Union Elementary School?
Union Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Union Elementary School offer ?
Union Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Union Elementary School part of?
Union Elementary School is part of Union Elementary District (4277) School District.
In what neighborhood is Union Elementary School located?
Union Elementary School is located in the Estrella Village neighborhood of Tolleson, AZ. There are 5 other public schools located in Estrella Village.
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