Needs Improvement
#3614 of 3,778 schools in FL
Union Park Middle
Middle School · ORANGE
1844 WESTFALL DR, Orlando, FL 32817
Enrollment
667
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
3.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
667
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
3.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,614 of 3,778
In Orlando
#183 of 192
public schools
In district
#249 of 258
ORANGE
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Union Park Middle
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About Union Park Middle
Union Park Middle is a public middle school in Orlando, FL, part of ORANGE. Union Park Middle serves approximately 667 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Union Park Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,614 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Union Park Middle show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.4
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
62% of students at Union Park Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Union Park Middle — Students at Union Park Middle score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 3.1/10.
How Union Park Middle Compares
See how Union Park Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1844 WESTFALL DR, Orlando, FL 32817
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Union Park Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. LEADERS PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DEERWOOD ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHENEY ELEMENTARY (rated 7.6/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Orlando, see our Orlando schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| UNION PARK ELEMENTARY Orlando | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| DOWNEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Orlando | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| ARBOR RIDGE K-8 Orlando | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| ORANGE COUNTY PREPARATORY ACADEMY CHARTER Orlando | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| LAWTON CHILES ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT CHICKASAW TRAIL Orlando | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| RIVERDALE ELEMENTARY Orlando | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| LITTLE RIVER ELEMENTARY Orlando | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| UNIVERSITY HIGH Orlando | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| EASTLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Orlando | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
| LEADERS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Orlando | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
| GENERATION OF HOPE ACADEMY INC 2 Orlando | 2.4 mi | 4.8 |
| FAITH GENERATION ACADEMY Orlando | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| BRUSH ARBOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Orlando | 2.4 mi | 6.8 |
| THE CONRAD ACADEMY Orlando | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
| LEGACY MIDDLE Orlando | 2.6 mi | 4.5 |
| LITTLE LORDS AND LADIES CHRISTIAN PRIVATE SCHOOL Orlando | 2.7 mi | — |
| BRIGHT LEARNING - CYBER HIGH SCHOOL Orlando | 2.8 mi | — |
| CHENEY ELEMENTARY Orlando | 2.8 mi | 7.6 |
| DEERWOOD ELEMENTARY Orlando | 3.2 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32817 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,546
Median Home Value
$327,800
Median Rent
$1,741/mo
Population
37,894
College Educated
35.6%
Homeownership
56.4%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Median Age
30.1
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| JAMES A. SHANKS MIDDLE SCHOOL Quincy, FL | 3.5 |
| PINES MIDDLE SCHOOL Pembroke Pines, FL | 3.5 |
| BUCHANAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 3.4 |
| COUNTRY CLUB MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami Lakes, FL | 3.6 |
| EUSTIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Eustis, FL | 3.4 |
| GULF MIDDLE SCHOOL New Port Richey, FL | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Union Park Middle
What grades does Union Park Middle serve?
Union Park Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Union Park Middle?
Union Park Middle has an enrollment of approximately 667 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Union Park Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Union Park Middle is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Union Park Middle rank in FL?
Union Park Middle ranks #3,614 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Union Park Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Union Park Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Park Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Union Park Middle has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Union Park Middle a charter school?
No, Union Park Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Union Park Middle a Title I school?
No, Union Park Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Union Park Middle?
71.7% of students at Union Park Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 667
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.9%
- Phone
- (407) 249-6309
Resources & Links
District
ORANGE- District Enrollment
- 206,815
- Schools in District
- 275
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,656
- District Rank
- #249 of 258
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