Serving 3,089 students in grades 9-12, Union City High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,089 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Union City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Union City High School's student population of 3,089 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 181 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,089 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
181 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Union City High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union City High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1810 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
96%
34%
Black
2%
15%
White
2%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union City High School's ranking?
Union City High School is ranked #1810 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Union City High School often compared to?
Union City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Memorial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Union City High School?
The graduation rate of Union City High School is 90%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Union City High School?
3,089 students attend Union City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Union City High School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Union City High School?
Union City High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Union City High School offer ?
Union City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Union City High School part of?
Union City High School is part of Union City School District.
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