Serving 396 students in grades 3-5, Union Intermediate ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Union Intermediate serves the southeastern part of Clinton, NC, covering an area of approximately 319.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the edge of the zone being 12.7 miles and the furthest edge located 20.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Union Intermediate's student population of 396 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
396 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Union Intermediate ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union Intermediate is 0.59, 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
#1765 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)47%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
59%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
18%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union Intermediate's ranking?
Union Intermediate is ranked #1765 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Union Intermediate?
396 students attend Union Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Union Intermediate students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Union Intermediate?
Union Intermediate has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Union Intermediate offer ?
Union Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Union Intermediate part of?
Union Intermediate is part of Sampson County Schools.
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