Serving 382 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 12:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Union Local High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Belmont, OH, covering approximately 148.4 square miles. The zone typically allows for a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.7 miles to its edges and extending up to 12.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Union Local High School's student population of 382 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
382 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2072 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
17%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
97%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
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 86.2%.
How many students attend Union Local High School?
382 students attend Union Local High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Union Local High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 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 12:1, 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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