Serving 179 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Union Furnace Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Union Furnace Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Union Furnace Elementary School's student population of 179 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
179 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Engage. Educate. Empower. Succeed.
School Rankings
Union Furnace Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union Furnace Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#16 out of 3181 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
95%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union Furnace Elementary School's ranking?
Union Furnace Elementary School is ranked #16 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Union Furnace Elementary School?
179 students attend Union Furnace Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Union Furnace Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Union Furnace Elementary School?
Union Furnace Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Union Furnace Elementary School offer ?
Union Furnace Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Union Furnace Elementary School part of?
Union Furnace Elementary School is part of Logan-Hocking Local School District.
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