Union Elementary School District

5175 Union Ave.
San Jose, CA 95124-5434
(District boundaries shown in map)
10/
10
Top 5%

Top Rankings

Union Elementary School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in California for:

Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Highest overall rank (Top 5%)
Math Proficiency
Highest math proficiency (Top 5%)
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Highest reading/language arts proficiency (Top 5%)
Science Proficiency
Highest science proficiency (Top 5%)
Diversity
Most diverse schools (Top 1%)
Community Size
Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,902 students in Union Elementary School District. This district's average middle testing ranking is 10/10, which is in the top 5% of public middle schools in California.
Public Middle Schools in Union Elementary School District have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the California public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 46% statewide average).
The top ranked public middle schools in Union Elementary School District are Union Middle School and Dartmouth Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking. Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Overview

This School District
This State (CA)
# Schools
8 Schools
3,501 Schools
# Students
5,368 Students
1,854,363 Students
# Teachers
228 Teachers
87,821 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
24:1

District Rank

Union Elementary School District, which is ranked #61 of all 1,925 school districts in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
This School District
State Average (CA)
#58 out of 1941 school districts
(Top 5%)
This chart displays the overall district rank of Union Elementary  School District, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
73%
33%
This chart displays the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Union Elementary  School District and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of California by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
75%
47%
This chart displays the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Union Elementary  School District and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of California by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
65%
29%

Students by Ethnicity:

0.69
0.64
# American Indian Students
5 Students
9,887 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
1%
# Asian Students
2,250 Students
201,760 Students
% Asian Students
42%
11%
# Hispanic Students
862 Students
1,009,980 Students
% Hispanic Students
16%
55%
# Black Students
47 Students
97,908 Students
% Black Students
1%
5%
# White Students
1,725 Students
413,325 Students
% White Students
32%
22%
# Hawaiian Students
7 Students
7,600 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
472 Students
109,003 Students
% of Two or more races Students
9%
6%

Students by Grade:

# Students in PK Grade:
-
83
# Students in K Grade:
614
90,358
# Students in 1st Grade:
506
70,728
# Students in 2nd Grade:
546
73,359
# Students in 3rd Grade:
602
73,090
# Students in 4th Grade:
566
76,068
# Students in 5th Grade:
632
82,191
# Students in 6th Grade:
659
289,122
# Students in 7th Grade:
628
439,549
# Students in 8th Grade:
615
441,705
# Students in 9th Grade:
-
59,696
# Students in 10th Grade:
-
51,846
# Students in 11th Grade:
-
51,149
# Students in 12th Grade:
-
55,419
# Ungraded Students:
-
-

District Revenue and Spending

The revenue/student of $15,908 in this school district is less than the state median of $19,974. The school district revenue/student has grown by 6% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $16,392 is less than the state median of $18,396. The school district spending/student has grown by 6% over four school years.
This School District
This State (CA)
Total Revenue
$85 MM
$116,387 MM
This chart displays total revenue of Union Elementary  School District and median value from total revenues of all school districts in California by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Spending
$88 MM
$107,188 MM
This chart displays total spending of Union Elementary  School District and median value from total spendings of all school districts in California by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Revenue / Student
$15,908
$19,974
This chart displays average revenue per public school student in Union Elementary  School District and average revenue per public school student of all school districts in California by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Spending / Student
$16,392
$18,396
This chart displays average spending per public school student in Union Elementary  School District and average spending per public school student of all school districts in California by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

Best Union Elementary School District Public Middle Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Union Middle School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
2130 Los Gatos-almaden Rd.
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 371-0366
Grades: 6-8
| 1,052 students
Rank: #22.
Dartmouth Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
5575 Dartmouth Dr.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 264-1122
Grades: 6-8
| 850 students

Recent Articles

What Is A Charter School?
What Is A Charter School?
Explore the world of charter schools in this comprehensive guide. Learn about their history, how they operate, and the pros and cons of this educational innovation. Discover key facts about charter schools, including admission policies, demographics, and funding, as well as what to look for when considering a charter school for your child.
10 Reasons Why High School Sports Benefit Students
10 Reasons Why High School Sports Benefit Students
Discover the 10 compelling reasons why high school sports are beneficial for students. This comprehensive article explores how athletics enhance academic performance, foster personal growth, and develop crucial life skills. From improved fitness and time management to leadership development and community representation, learn why participating in high school sports can be a game-changer for students' overall success and well-being.
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and Evolution
February 05, 2025
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and Evolution
We explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • District size: 8 schools
  • Grades: KG-08
  • Enrollment: 5,368 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 68%
  • : Top 5% in CA
  • : 73% (Top 5%)
  • : 75% (Top 5%)
  • : 65% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Quick Links