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#118 of 990 schools in CT

Top 12% in state

Union School

Elementary School · Farmington School District

173 School St., Unionville, CT 06085

Enrollment

314

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#118 of 990

In Unionville

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 7

Farmington School District

Academic performance

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Union School

8.6/10

Elementary School in Unionville · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Farmington High School

8.5/10

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8.6/10

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About Union School

Union School is a public elementary school in Unionville, CT, part of Farmington School District. Union School serves approximately 314 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Union School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #118 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Union School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.4
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.77 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency77% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency75% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+12.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile90th
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,734
Chronic Absenteeism7.6%

Union School — Students at Union School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

22.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 75.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 79.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from CT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2022
Math
72%
ELA
77%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.

How Union School Compares

See how Union School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.6/10
88th percentile in CT
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
6.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
23%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.6%

Location

173 School St., Unionville, CT 06085

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Union School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. West District School (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Roaring Brook School (rated 8.1/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Avon), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Louis Toffolon School (rated 7.8/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Plainville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Unionville, see our Unionville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Farmington High School Farmington 1.3 mi 8.5
West District School Unionville 1.6 mi 8.6
Lake Garda Elementary School Burlington 1.5 mi 7.1
Roaring Brook School Avon 2.4 mi 8.1
Avon High School Avon 2.3 mi 8.8
Pine Grove School Avon 2.2 mi 7.3
Thompson Brook School Avon 2.2 mi 7.3
Avon Middle School Avon 2.6 mi 8.2
Northeast Middle School Bristol 3.3 mi 6.1
West Woods Upper Elementary School Farmington 3.3 mi 8.7
Ivy Drive School Bristol 3.8 mi 7.1
ST PAUL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Bristol 4.0 mi 4.9
Mountain View School Bristol 4.3 mi 6.9
THE WEBB SCHOOL IN THE VALLEY Avon 4.0 mi
FOCUS CENTER FOR AUTISM~FRESH START SCHOOL Canton 4.6 mi
Edgewood Pre-K Academy Bristol 4.4 mi 3.0
Canton Intermediate School Canton 4.7 mi 7.5
MISS PORTER'S SCHOOL Farmington 4.0 mi 6.5
Louis Toffolon School Plainville 5.0 mi 7.8
Canton Middle School Canton 4.9 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06085 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$144,808

Median Home Value

$395,400

Median Rent

$1,269/mo

Population

7,521

College Educated

65.7%

Homeownership

79.9%

Avg Commute

21.9 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

40.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Central School Simsbury, CT 8.6
Gainfield Elementary School Southbury, CT 8.6
Guilford Lakes School Guilford, CT 8.6
Holland Hill School Fairfield, CT 8.6
J. F. Kennedy School Milford, CT 8.6
Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School Madison, CT 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Union School

What grades does Union School serve?

Union School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Union School?

Union School has an enrollment of approximately 314 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Union School?

The student-teacher ratio at Union School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Union School rank in CT?

Union School ranks #118 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Union School's MySchoolScout rating?

Union School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Union School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Union School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Union School a charter school?

No, Union School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Union School a Title I school?

No, Union School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Union School?

22.6% of students at Union School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
56 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
314
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
22.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 1
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.6%

District

Farmington School District
District Enrollment
4,194
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,734
District Rank
#2 of 7

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