Serving 589 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Union Gap School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Union Gap School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Union Gap School's student population of 589 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
589 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Union Gap School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union Gap School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#894 out of 2052 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)54%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)59%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
85%
25%
Black
n/a
5%
White
12%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union Gap School's ranking?
Union Gap School is ranked #894 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Union Gap School?
589 students attend Union Gap School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Union Gap School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Union Gap School?
Union Gap School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Union Gap School offer ?
Union Gap School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Union Gap School part of?
Union Gap School is part of Union Gap School District.
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