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Best Schools in Union Springs, Alabama

4 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other

Public: 3
Private: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.3/10
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Choosing a school in Union Springs?

Use this page to compare every school in Union Springs by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Conecuh Springs Christian School

7.6/10

Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Union Springs Elementary School

5.7/10

Elementary · Bullock County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

South Highlands Middle School

4.4/10

Middle · Bullock County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Union Springs for 2026 are Conecuh Springs Christian School (7.6/10), Union Springs Elementary School (5.7/10), and South Highlands Middle School (4.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.

Schools

4

3 public · 1 private

Avg Score

5.3

out of 10

Median Home

$69,900

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Union Springs

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Conecuh Springs Christian School 7.6 / 10
2 Union Springs Elementary School 5.7 / 10
3 South Highlands Middle School 4.4 / 10
4 Bullock County High School 3.3 / 10

See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
5.3/10

25% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$29,423

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$69,900

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
10%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
28 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
58%

Of occupied housing units

How Union Springs compares

Alabama rank

#159 of 179

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-1.2

below Alabama avg (6.4)

Median household income

$29k

49% of Alabama median

Schools in this city

4

About Schools in Union Springs, Alabama

Union Springs, Alabama is home to 4 schools, including 3 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 5.3 out of 10, schools in Union Springs show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Union Springs is Conecuh Springs Christian School with a composite score of 7.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Union Springs is served by 1 school district: Bullock County. These districts collectively serve 1,367 students.

Union Springs's community shows 10% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $29,423. The poverty rate in the area is 34.5%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by ZIP: 36089 (4)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 537 students · Pre-K–4th 5.7

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 383 students · 5th–8th 4.4

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 447 students · 9th–12th 3.3

Other Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 78 students · Pre-K–12th 7.6

Schools in Union Springs

Union Springs, Alabama · 4 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$29,423

Median Home Value

$69,900

Median Rent

$631/mo

Population

7,401

College Educated

10%

Homeownership

58%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

34.5%

Community Profile

Union Springs has a median household income of $29,423. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $69,900, with a median rent of $631/month. The area has a poverty rate of 34.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Union Springs, Alabama

How many schools are in Union Springs, Alabama?

Union Springs has 4 schools, including 3 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Union Springs, Alabama?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Union Springs is 5.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Union Springs, Alabama?

The top-ranked school in Union Springs on MySchoolScout is Conecuh Springs Christian School with a composite score of 7.6/10.

What is the best elementary school in Union Springs, Alabama?

The top-ranked elementary school in Union Springs on MySchoolScout is Union Springs Elementary School with a composite score of 5.7/10.

What is the best middle school in Union Springs, Alabama?

The top-ranked middle school in Union Springs on MySchoolScout is South Highlands Middle School with a composite score of 4.4/10.

What is the best high school in Union Springs, Alabama?

The top-ranked high school in Union Springs on MySchoolScout is Bullock County High School with a composite score of 3.3/10.

How many school districts serve Union Springs, Alabama?

Union Springs is served by 1 school district: Bullock County.

What is the education level in Union Springs, Alabama?

According to Census data, 10% of adults in Union Springs have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Union Springs, Alabama?

The median household income in Union Springs is approximately $29,423 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Union Springs, Alabama?

Yes, Union Springs has 1 private school alongside 3 public schools. The top-rated private school is Conecuh Springs Christian School with a score of 7.6/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Union Springs, Alabama?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Union Springs is 16.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Union Springs, Alabama?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Alabama Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.