Serving 733 students in grades 6-8, Union Grove Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 733 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Union Grove Middle serves the southeast part of Harker Heights, TX, covering approximately 14.7 square miles and typically requiring a 10-12 minute drive to reach the school from various points within the zone, which extends about 6 miles from its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Union Grove Middle School's student population of 733 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
733 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Union Grove Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union Grove Middle School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3144 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
31%
54%
Black
26%
13%
White
29%
24%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union Grove Middle School's ranking?
Union Grove Middle School is ranked #3144 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Union Grove Middle School often compared to?
Union Grove Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nolan Middle School, Eastern Hills Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Union Grove Middle School?
733 students attend Union Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Union Grove Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 26% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Union Grove Middle School?
Union Grove Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Union Grove Middle School offer ?
Union Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Union Grove Middle School part of?
Union Grove Middle School is part of Killeen Independent School District.
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