Union City School District
School District · Union City, New Jersey
Avg Rating
7.3
out of 10
Schools
14
10 elem, 2 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$28,362
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Avg Rating
7.3
out of 10
Schools
14
10 elem, 2 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$28,362
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Evaluating Union City School District?
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How this district compares
New Jersey rank
#92 of 398
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.9
above New Jersey avg
Per-pupil spending
$28,362
+$2,753 vs New Jersey median
District size
12,797 students
Much larger than New Jersey median
The short answer
Union City School District ranks #92 of 398 New Jersey districts by overall school rating. Union City School District's schools with real test data average 7.2/10 across 13 schools. Its top-rated schools are Jose Marti Stem Academy (8.7/10), Hudson Elementary School (8.6/10), and Thomas a Edison Elementary School (8.5/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Rates 8.5/10 despite 95% of students being economically disadvantaged — about 1.8 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. The clearest case of strong outcomes without an affluent-ZIP price tag among Union City School District schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Union City School District
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (13 of 14). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jose Marti Stem Academy | 8.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Hudson Elementary School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Thomas a Edison Elementary School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Sara M. Gilmore Academy | 8.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Jefferson Elementary School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Colin Powell Elementary School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 7 | Robert Waters Elementary School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 8 | Emerson Middle School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 9 | Union Hill Middle School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 10 | Veterans' Memorial Elementary School | 6.5 / 10 |
See all 14 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Union City School District
Union City School District is a Union City, New Jersey school district serving 14 schools. The district educates 12,797 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. The district invests $28,362 per student annually.
With an average rating of 7.3/10, Union City School District is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Jose Marti Stem Academy, which has a composite score of 8.7/10.
In standardized testing, Union City School District students show an average math proficiency of 45.4% and ELA proficiency of 53.5%.
The district includes 10 elementary schools , 2 middle schools , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Union City School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Union City School District with test data.
Schools in Union City School District
14 schools Elementary Schools 10
Middle Schools 2
High Schools 2
District Details
- State
- New Jersey
- City
- Union City
- Total Enrollment
- 12,797
- Teachers (FTE)
- 853
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Union City School District?
Union City School District has 14 schools in total — 10 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Union City School District?
The average composite rating for Union City School District is 7.3/10. 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 City School District?
Union City School District spends $28,362 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Union City School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in Union City School District is 15:1.
What is the top-rated school in Union City School District?
Jose Marti Stem Academy is the highest-rated school in Union City School District with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What are the test scores in Union City School District?
Across schools in Union City School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 45.4% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 53.5%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Union City School District compare to other districts in New Jersey?
Union City School District has an average school rating of 7.3/10 across 14 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in New Jersey 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 are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.3/10
- Math Proficiency
- 45.4%
- ELA Proficiency
- 53.5%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
Read our full methodologyOther School Districts in NJ
Compare Union City School District with neighboring districts in the state.
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- Woodbridge Township School District (24)
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- Office of Education Department of Children and Families (21)
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- Middletown Township Public School District (16)
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- Wayne Township Public School District (15)
- Old Bridge Township School District (14)
- Parsippany-troy Hills Township School District (14)
- Vineland Public School District (14)
- Office of Education Juvenile Justice Commission (13)
- Bayonne School District (13)
- West Orange Public Schools (13)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New Jersey 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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