Serving 320 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). 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 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Union Memorial Elementary School's student population of 320 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
320 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1953
School Calendar
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 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#591 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
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%
16%
Black
9%
14%
White
78%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)0.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union Memorial Elementary School's ranking?
Union Memorial Elementary School is ranked #591 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 Mohawk Elementary School, Shenango Elementary School, Laurel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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?
320 students attend Union Memorial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Union Memorial Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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