Excellent
#45 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 1% in state
Union Elementary School
Elementary School · Union SD 81
1661 Cherry Hill Rd, Joliet, IL 60433
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#45 of 3,813
In Joliet
#1 of 31
public schools
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Union Elementary School
Union Elementary School is a public elementary school in Joliet, IL, part of Union SD 81. Union Elementary School serves approximately 128 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Union Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10 and ranks #45 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Union Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 9.5 · Excellent
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 128 students, Union Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Union Elementary School — Students at Union Elementary School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL 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: 9.3/10.
How Union Elementary School Compares
See how Union Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1661 Cherry Hill Rd, Joliet, IL 60433
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Union Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eisenhower Academy (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Cherry Hill Elem and EC Center (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby New Lenox), a more accessible option. Additionally, Laraway School (rated 7.2/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Joliet, see our Joliet schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOPEWELL CAREER ACADEMY - JOILET Joliet | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Eisenhower Academy Joliet | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Lincoln Way West New Lenox | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Cherry Hill Elem and EC Center New Lenox | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| T E Culbertson Elem School Joliet | 2.0 mi | 3.3 |
| PROVIDENCE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL New Lenox | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| PROVIDENCE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL New Lenox | 2.1 mi | — |
| Laraway School Joliet | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| A O Marshall Elem School Joliet | 2.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Woodland Elem School Joliet | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Gompers Junior High School Joliet | 3.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Nelson Prairie School New Lenox | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Isaac Singleton Elem Sch Joliet | 3.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Nelson Ridge School New Lenox | 2.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Edna Keith Elem School Joliet | 2.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Washington Jr High & Academy Prgm Joliet | 2.9 mi | 6.6 |
| ST JUDE SCHOOL New Lenox | 2.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Haines Elem School New Lenox | 3.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Joliet Central High School Joliet | 3.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Forest Park Individual Ed School Joliet | 3.9 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60433 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,987
Median Home Value
$167,800
Median Rent
$1,307/mo
Population
15,293
College Educated
13.4%
Homeownership
64.2%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
39.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bond Primary Assumption, IL | 9.4 |
| Bannockburn School Bannockburn, IL | 9.7 |
| Hawthorne Elem School Wheaton, IL | 9.3 |
| Lisbon Grade School Newark, IL | 9.3 |
| ANCONA SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 9.2 |
| Everett Elem School Chicago, IL | 9.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Union Elementary School
What grades does Union Elementary School serve?
Union Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Union Elementary School?
Union Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 128 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Union Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Union Elementary School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Union Elementary School rank in IL?
Union Elementary School ranks #45 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Union Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Union Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 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 Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Union Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Union Elementary School a charter school?
No, Union Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Union Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Union Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Union Elementary School?
46.9% of students at Union Elementary 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 128
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Will County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.4%
- Phone
- (815) 726-5218
Resources & Links
District
Union SD 81- District Enrollment
- 128
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $40,757
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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