Serving 986 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, East Union Attendance Center ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 986 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Union Attendance Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
East Union Attendance Center's student population of 986 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
986 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
We meet the Gold Standard
School Rankings
East Union Attendance Center ranks within the top 10% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Union Attendance Center is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#62 out of 795 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
9%
47%
White
84%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Union Attendance Center's ranking?
East Union Attendance Center is ranked #62 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are East Union Attendance Center often compared to?
East Union Attendance Centeris often viewed alongside schools like West Union Attendance Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Union Attendance Center?
The graduation rate of East Union Attendance Center is 85-89%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend East Union Attendance Center?
986 students attend East Union Attendance Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of East Union Attendance Center students are White, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Union Attendance Center?
East Union Attendance Center has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Union Attendance Center offer ?
East Union Attendance Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Union Attendance Center part of?
East Union Attendance Center is part of Union Co School District.
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