Serving 305 students in grades 9-12, Union City High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan 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 Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Union City High School's student population of 305 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 71% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
305 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Union City High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union City High School is 0.11, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2243 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
94%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Union City Community Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union City High School's ranking?
Union City High School is ranked #2243 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Union City High School often compared to?
Union City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Athens Juniorsenor High School, Coldwater 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 35% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Union City High School?
The graduation rate of Union City High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Union City High School?
305 students attend Union City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Union City High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Union City High School?
Union City High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Union City High School offer ?
Union City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Union City High School part of?
Union City High School is part of Union City Community Schools.
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