Serving 431 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Unity School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Unity School serves the northwest part of Petersburg, TN, encompassing an area of approximately 207.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 9.2 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 13 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Unity School's student population of 431 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
431 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
One for all, All for LC
School Rankings
Unity School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Unity School is 0.14, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#497 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Unity School's ranking?
Unity School is ranked #497 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Unity School often compared to?
Unity Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highland Rim School, Flintville School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Unity School?
431 students attend Unity School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Unity School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Unity School offer ?
Unity School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Unity School part of?
Unity School is part of Lincoln County School District.
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