Serving 1,033 students in grades 6-8, Union Grove Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,033 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Union Grove Middle serves the northeast part of McDonough, GA, encompassing an area of approximately 35.7 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Union Grove Middle School's student population of 1,033 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,033 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Union Grove Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union Grove Middle School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#579 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
59%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
20%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union Grove Middle School's ranking?
Union Grove Middle School is ranked #579 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Union Grove Middle School often compared to?
Union Grove Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ola Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Union Grove Middle School?
1,033 students attend Union Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Union Grove Middle School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Union Grove Middle School?
Union Grove Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Union Grove Middle School offer ?
Union Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Union Grove Middle School part of?
Union Grove Middle School is part of Henry County School District.
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