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Union Hill Elementary

Elementary School · Guilford County Schools

3523 Triangle Lake Road, High Point, NC 27260

Enrollment

499

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#1,035 of 2,648

In High Point

#8 of 25

public schools

In district

#45 of 121

Guilford County Schools

Academic growth

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Union Hill Elementary

6.9/10

Elementary School in High Point · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Triangle Lake Montessori Elem

6.3/10

1.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Allen Jay Elementary

7.0/10

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About Union Hill Elementary

Union Hill Elementary is a public elementary school in High Point, NC, part of Guilford County Schools. Union Hill Elementary serves approximately 499 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Union Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,035 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Union Hill Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • NC avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

41% of students at Union Hill Elementary 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.67 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51.2% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.4% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg-12.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.2 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected-2.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile34th
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,897
Chronic Absenteeism40.5%

Union Hill Elementary — Students at Union Hill Elementary score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 39.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.4% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 30.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 NC)

Based on 35 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
57%
ELA
39%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
48%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
45%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2013
Math
21%
ELA
22%
2014
Math
24%
ELA
24%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
21%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
21%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
23%
2018
Math
26%
ELA
28%
2019
Math
26%
ELA
28%
2020*
Math
35%
ELA
29%
2021*
Math
35%
ELA
29%
2022
Math
40.4%
2025
Math
51%
ELA
36.5%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Union Hill Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.9/10
61th percentile in NC
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
5.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3523 Triangle Lake Road, High Point, NC 27260

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Union Hill Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jamestown Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Jamestown), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Allen Jay Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Archdale Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Archdale), with a very similar rating. For more schools in High Point, see our High Point schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Triangle Lake Montessori Elem High Point 1.3 mi 6.3
Allen Jay Elementary High Point 1.9 mi 7.0
College Prep and Leadership Academy Jamestown 1.6 mi 5.2
Jamestown Elementary Jamestown 2.4 mi 7.6
Parkview Village Elementary High Point 2.0 mi 6.6
Allen Jay Middle - A Preparatory Academy High Point 2.5 mi 7.7
Montlieu Academy of Technology High Point 2.3 mi 5.3
Haynes Inman Education Center Jamestown 2.6 mi 5.2
Welborn Middle High Point 2.7 mi 4.0
Kearns Academy High Point 2.7 mi 8.8
Penn-Griffin Schools High Point 2.6 mi 6.0
Jamestown Middle Jamestown 2.8 mi 4.7
T Wingate Andrews High High Point 2.8 mi 6.0
Lucy Ragsdale High Jamestown 3.0 mi 6.1
C Joyner Greene Education Center Jamestown 3.1 mi 4.9
GTCC Middle College High Jamestown 3.2 mi 8.7
Millis Road Elementary Jamestown 3.3 mi 6.3
Archdale Elementary School Archdale 3.6 mi 7.0
Middle College at GTCC-High Point High Point 3.1 mi 8.4
MOUNT CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Archdale 3.7 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27260 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$41,817

Median Home Value

$111,900

Median Rent

$796/mo

Population

25,941

College Educated

12.4%

Homeownership

40.7%

Avg Commute

20.3 min

Poverty Rate

30.4%

Median Age

35.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Union Hill Elementary

What grades does Union Hill Elementary serve?

Union Hill Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Union Hill Elementary?

Union Hill Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 499 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Union Hill Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Union Hill Elementary is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Union Hill Elementary rank in NC?

Union Hill Elementary ranks #1,035 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Union Hill Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Union Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Hill Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Union Hill Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Union Hill Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Union Hill Elementary a Title I school?

No, Union Hill Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

99.2% of students at Union Hill Elementary 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
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
499
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Guilford County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.5%

District

Guilford County Schools
District Enrollment
67,832
Schools in District
124
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,897
District Rank
#45 of 121

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