Serving 865 students in grades 7-8, Union Hill Middle 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 33% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 865 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Union Hill Middle School serves a central area in Union City, NJ, encompassing approximately 0.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about one mile from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Union Hill Middle School's student population of 865 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
865 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
Union Hill Middle 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 Hill Middle School is 0.04, 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
#1138 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
98%
35%
Black
n/a
14%
White
1%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union Hill Middle School's ranking?
Union Hill Middle School is ranked #1138 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Union Hill Middle School often compared to?
Union Hill Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hardyston Township Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Union Hill Middle School?
865 students attend Union Hill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Union Hill Middle School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Union Hill Middle School?
Union Hill Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Union Hill Middle School offer ?
Union Hill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Union Hill Middle School part of?
Union Hill Middle School is part of Union City School District.
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