Union Grove High School is a public institution within the Henry County School System in McDonough, Georgia, United States. It hosts students from ninth through twelfth grades. Current enrollment hovers around 1,532 students.
Serving 1,643 students in grades 9-12, Union Grove High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,643 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Union Grove High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Union Grove High School's student population of 1,643 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,643 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Year Founded
2000
Colors
Maroon, Burgundy, Silver
School Rankings
Union Grove High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union Grove High School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#390 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
53%
36%
White
24%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolverine
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union Grove High School's ranking?
Union Grove High School is ranked #390 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Union Grove High School often compared to?
Union Grove High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ola High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Union Grove High School?
The graduation rate of Union Grove High School is 92%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Union Grove High School?
1,643 students attend Union Grove High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Union Grove High School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Union Grove High School?
Union Grove High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Union Grove High School offer ?
Union Grove High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Union Grove High School part of?
Union Grove High School is part of Henry County School District.
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