Union High School is a comprehensive community public high school located in Union Township, in Union County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, serving students in ninth through twelfth grades as the lone secondary school of the Union Public School District.
Serving 2,410 students in grades 9-12, Union High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Union High School's student population of 2,410 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 157 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,410 students
Total Classroom Teachers
157 teachers
Colors
White, Maroon
School Rankings
Union High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union High School is 0.69, 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
#1677 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
11%
Hispanic
30%
35%
Black
45%
14%
White
13%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
85%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union High School's ranking?
Union High School is ranked #1677 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Union High School?
The graduation rate of Union High School is 92%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Union High School?
2,410 students attend Union High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Union High School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Union High School?
Union High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Union High School offer ?
Union High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Union High School part of?
Union High School is part of Township Of Union School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Union High School is an amazing high school where all the teacher truly care for their students. Students can get the best education here due to this school having many academic programs.
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