Serving 314 students in grades 9-12, Union City High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Union City High School's student population of 314 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
314 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Union City High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (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 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1329 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
1%
15%
White
96%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union City High School's ranking?
Union City High School is ranked #1329 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Union City High School often compared to?
Union City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcdowell High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Union City High School?
The graduation rate of Union City High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Union City High School?
314 students attend Union City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Union City High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Union City High School?
Union City High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
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 Area School District.
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