Serving 293 students in grades 5-8, Union Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Union Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Union Middle School's student population of 293 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
293 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Union Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union Middle School is 0.41, 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
#213 out of 805 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
21%
47%
White
74%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
37%
26%
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 Union Middle School's ranking?
Union Middle School is ranked #213 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Union Middle School often compared to?
Union Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newton County High School, N H Pilate Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Union Middle School?
293 students attend Union Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Union Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Union Middle School?
Union Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Union Middle School offer ?
Union Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Union Middle School part of?
Union Middle School is part of Union Public School District.
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