Serving 489 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 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- 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 489 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
489 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 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 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. 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
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
17%
11%
Black
2%
32%
White
78%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
489 students attend Union Hill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Union Hill School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Union Hill School?
Union Hill School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher 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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