Serving 143 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Union Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 143 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Union Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Joliet, IL, encompassing approximately 5.9 square miles, with most students living within 1.4 miles of the school and a typical drive time of 5-10 minutes. The furthest edge of the zone is about 2 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Union Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Union Elementary School's student population of 143 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
143 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Union Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#129 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
46%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union Elementary School's ranking?
Union Elementary School is ranked #129 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Union Elementary School?
143 students attend Union Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Union Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, and 9% 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 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Union Elementary School offer ?
Union Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Union Elementary School part of?
Union Elementary School is part of Union SD 81 School District.
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