Serving 329 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Union Memorial Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Union Memorial Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Union Memorial Elementary School's student population of 329 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
329 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Union Memorial Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union Memorial Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#580 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
10%
14%
White
79%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union Memorial Elementary School's ranking?
Union Memorial Elementary School is ranked #580 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Union Memorial Elementary School often compared to?
Union Memorial Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laurel Elementary School, Mohawk Elementary School, Shenango Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Union Memorial Elementary School?
329 students attend Union Memorial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Union Memorial Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Union Memorial Elementary School?
Union Memorial Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Union Memorial Elementary School offer ?
Union Memorial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Union Memorial Elementary School part of?
Union Memorial Elementary School is part of Union Area School District.
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