Serving 2,308 students in grades 9-12, Union 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 16% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,308 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Union High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Union High School's student population of 2,308 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 166 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
166 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Union 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 High School is 0.67, 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
#1636 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
28%
33%
Black
48%
15%
White
14%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union High School's ranking?
Union High School is ranked #1636 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Union High School?
The graduation rate of Union High School is 81%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Union High School?
2,308 students attend Union High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Union High School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Union High School?
Union High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Union High School offer ?
Union High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Union High School part of?
Union High School is part of Township Of Union School District.
School Reviews
5 10/30/2008
Union High School is an amazing high school where all the teacher truly care for their students. Students can get the best education here due to this school having many academic programs.
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