Serving 562 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Union Local Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Union Local Elementary School's student population of 562 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
562 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
JETS THINK. JETS CARE. JETS AIM HIGH.
School Rankings
Union Local Elementary 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 Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#1658 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
95%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Union Local School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union Local Elementary School's ranking?
Union Local Elementary School is ranked #1658 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Union Local Elementary School often compared to?
Union Local Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Clairsville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Union Local Elementary School?
562 students attend Union Local Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Union Local Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Union Local Elementary School?
Union Local Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Union Local Elementary School offer ?
Union Local Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Union Local Elementary School part of?
Union Local Elementary School is part of Union Local School District.
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