Union High School is one of the five high schools in Grand Rapids Public School district. Union has a student population of around 1,200 students for the 2010/2011 school year. The former principal was Justin Jennings, along with assistant principals Aida Toledo and Belinda Jimenez.
Serving 939 students in grades 9-12, Union High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 939 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Union High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Union High School's student population of 939 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
939 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 18, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Rankings
Union High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union High School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2576 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
50%
9%
Black
34%
18%
White
8%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union High School's ranking?
Union High School is ranked #2576 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Union High School?
The graduation rate of Union High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Union High School?
939 students attend Union High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Union High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Union High School?
Union High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Union High School offer ?
Union High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Union High School part of?
Union High School is part of Grand Rapids School District.
In what neighborhood is Union High School located?
Union High School is located in the Westside Connection neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 7 other public schools located in Westside Connection.
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