Union Elementary School serves 655 students in grades Prekindergarten-4.
Union Elementary School placed in the top 5% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 655 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Union Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Union Elementary School's student population of 655 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
655 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Union Elementary School is ranked within the top 5% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Union Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#27 out of 1755 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
2%
13%
White
83%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union Elementary School's ranking?
Union Elementary School is ranked #27 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Union Elementary School?
655 students attend Union Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Union Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Union Elementary School?
Union Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Union Elementary School offer ?
Union Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Union Elementary School part of?
Union Elementary School is part of Zionsville Community Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 2/8/2021
This school is excellent! The teachers our kids have had are fantastic. They are learning the skills they need to build a solid foundation for education. I am not sure how anyone who actually has a child in attendance here would not love this school. The PTA, principal, teachers, BAC staff, and all other employees make this a school that my kids love!
5 3/20/2020
Amazing school. Amazing administration. Zionsville as a whole is a very welcoming and accepting community. The PTO does an extraordinary job at raising funds for the teachers and involving the families of ZCS. I couldn't be happier with everything in our town. Zionsville is the lowest funded school district in the state. Our point of view is the opposite of the previous review. Can honestly say we don't have a negative Thing to say about the area, schools or the community.
5 8/9/2019
My child is in the last year of Union, 4th grade. Having started there in 1st grade, this school has far exceeded our expectations. They have music, art, STEM, and many other versatile programs to engage every corner of a child's intellect. The teachers are very involved in the learning curve for each child and they work individually with each as they understand that everyone learns at a different pace. We absolutely love Union Elementary.
2 1/31/2011
The building is brand new and that is the best thing I can say about this school. While an academically sound school, the parent involvement is dangerously invasive. Zionsville is an extremely secular community which is reflected in this school. The PTO is controlled by a group of singular visionites that push their agenda. Children spend most of their time on meaningless worksheets. Practical applications are rare. Of all Zionsville schools this one is partically troublesome. It is a merger of the original rural Union school with a more suburban area. The clash between these two fundamentally different groups has never been resolved. I would highly suggest considering Carmel/Clay Schools over Zionsville. Despite already higher than surrounding areas taxes, Zionsville tried to push through a referendum to increase tax money for the schools. This measure was defeated by 66%. So this community does not value its schools. Arts, Music, and extracurricular activites are all on the chopping block. But, rest assured Sports are in no danger, they only just completed a state of the art football stadium and the baseball fields should be complete by spring. Whew, that's a relief!
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