Union Township School Corp School District
School District · Valparaiso, Indiana
Avg Rating
8.6
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,501
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Avg Rating
8.6
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,501
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Evaluating Union Township School Corp?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Union Township School Corp as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
John Simatovich Elementary School
Valparaiso · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Union Township Middle School
Valparaiso · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Union Center Elementary School
Valparaiso · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Indiana rank
#9 of 292
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+2.3
above Indiana avg
Per-pupil spending
$12,501
+$139 vs Indiana median
District size
1,374 students
Smaller than Indiana median
The short answer
Union Township School Corp ranks #9 of 292 Indiana districts by overall school rating. Union Township School Corp's schools with real test data average 8.6/10 across 4 schools. Its top-rated schools are John Simatovich Elementary School (9.1/10), Union Township Middle School (9.0/10), and Union Center Elementary School (8.6/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Union Township School Corp
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating 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 | John Simatovich Elementary School | 9.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Union Township Middle School | 9.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Union Center Elementary School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Wheeler High School | 7.7 / 10 |
See all 4 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Union Township School Corp
Union Township School Corp is a Valparaiso, Indiana school district serving 4 schools. The district educates 1,374 students with a student-teacher ratio of 13.6:1. The district invests $12,501 per student annually.
With an average rating of 8.6/10, Union Township School Corp is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is John Simatovich Elementary School, which has a composite score of 9.1/10.
In standardized testing, Union Township School Corp students show an average math proficiency of 72.4% and ELA proficiency of 73.1%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Union Township School Corp, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Union Township School Corp with test data.
Schools in Union Township School Corp
4 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Indiana
- City
- Valparaiso
- Total Enrollment
- 1,374
- Teachers (FTE)
- 101
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.0%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Union Township School Corp?
Union Township School Corp has 4 schools in total — 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Union Township School Corp?
The average composite rating for Union Township School Corp is 8.6/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Union Township School Corp?
Union Township School Corp spends $12,501 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Union Township School Corp?
The average student-teacher ratio in Union Township School Corp is 13.6:1.
What is the top-rated school in Union Township School Corp?
John Simatovich Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Union Township School Corp with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What are the test scores in Union Township School Corp?
Across schools in Union Township School Corp with test data, the average math proficiency is 72.4% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 73.1%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Union Township School Corp compare to other districts in Indiana?
Union Township School Corp has an average school rating of 8.6/10 across 4 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Indiana by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 8.6/10
- Math Proficiency
- 72.4%
- ELA Proficiency
- 73.1%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Indiana Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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