Serving 558 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Union Gap School ranks in the bottom 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 40% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Union Gap School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Yakima, WA, encompassing approximately 5.2 square miles. Most students live within a typical 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.4 miles from the school to the zone's edge, and the furthest edge being about 2.3 miles away.
- 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
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Union Gap School's student population of 558 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
558 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Union Gap School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union Gap School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1124 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
83%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
14%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
2%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #1124 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Union Gap School?
558 students attend Union Gap School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Union Gap School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Union Gap School?
Union Gap School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Union Gap School offer ?
Union Gap School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Union Gap School part of?
Union Gap School is part of Union Gap School District.
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