Serving 405 students in grades 9-12, Union Local High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Union Local High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Union Local High School's student population of 405 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
405 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
School Rankings
Union Local High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union Local High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2072 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
96%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union Local High School's ranking?
Union Local High School is ranked #2072 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Union Local High School often compared to?
Union Local High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Clairsville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Union Local High School?
The graduation rate of Union Local High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Union Local High School?
405 students attend Union Local High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Union Local High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Union Local High School?
Union Local High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Union Local High School offer ?
Union Local High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Union Local High School part of?
Union Local High School is part of Union Local School District.
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