Serving 623 students in grades 6-8, Union Grove Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 623 students
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Union Grove Middle School serves the western part of Friendsville, TN, covering an area of approximately 201.4 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone reaching up to 21 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Union Grove Middle School's student population of 623 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
623 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
30 teachers
School Rankings
Union Grove Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union Grove Middle School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#624 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
11%
16%
Black
2%
20%
White
81%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union Grove Middle School's ranking?
Union Grove Middle School is ranked #624 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Union Grove Middle School often compared to?
Union Grove Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maryville Junior High School, Alcoa Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Union Grove Middle School?
623 students attend Union Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Union Grove Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
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 Blount County School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Union Grove Middle (William Blount) has terrible academics. They are a targeted school.They have band and choir as music and football, basketball, soccer, track, cross country and mountain challenge. Union grove is a brand new school. With little or no parent involvement .
5 10/10/2025
This school is the best around. They have superior academics and great athletics. For example, many eighth grade students are going into 9th grade for AP World Geography, Honors Algebra 2, Biology, and Honors English. To top this off, this school has the (if not than close to) greatest middle school band one will ever see, led by the greatest director.
5 10/10/2025
I love this school!!
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