Serving 471 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Union Hill School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Union Hill School serves the eastern part of its district in Somerville, AL, covering an area of approximately 76.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being nearly 12 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Union Hill School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Union Hill School's student population of 471 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
471 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Rankings
Union Hill School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union Hill School is 0.34, which is less 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
#382 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
16%
12%
Black
1%
31%
White
80%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union Hill School's ranking?
Union Hill School is ranked #382 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Union Hill School often compared to?
Union Hill Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laceys Spring Elementary 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 30% AL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Union Hill School?
471 students attend Union Hill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Union Hill School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Union Hill School?
Union Hill School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Union Hill School offer ?
Union Hill School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Union Hill School part of?
Union Hill School is part of Morgan County School District.
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