For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 927 students in Union, MS.
The top ranked public schools in Union, MS are Union Elementary School, Union High School and Union Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Union, MS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Union have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Union, MS (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Union Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
101 Forest St
Union, MS 39365
(601) 774-8257
Union, MS 39365
(601) 774-8257
Grades: PK-4
| 360 students
Rank: #22.
Union High School
Magnet School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
101 Forest Street
Union, MS 39365
(601) 774-8257
Union, MS 39365
(601) 774-8257
Grades: 9-12
| 289 students
Rank: #33.
Union Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
115 James St
Union, MS 39365
(601) 774-5303
Union, MS 39365
(601) 774-5303
Grades: 5-8
| 278 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Union, MS?
The top ranked public schools in Union, MS include Union Elementary School, Union High School and Union Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Union?
3 public schools are located in Union.
What is the racial composition of students in Union?
Union public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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