Very Good
#631 of 1,786 schools in TN
Top 35% in state
Union City High School
High School · Union City
1305 High School DR, Union City, TN 38261
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#631 of 1,786
In Union City
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
Union City
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Union City High School
Union City High School is a public high school in Union City, TN, part of Union City. Union City High School serves approximately 417 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Union City High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #631 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Union City High School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- TN avg 5.7
Score Breakdown
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Union City High School — Students at Union City High School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 30 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 5.7/10.
How Union City High School Compares
See how Union City High School 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
1305 High School DR, Union City, TN 38261
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Union City High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Fulton County High School (rated 9.2/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Hickman), which scores notably higher. Another option is South Fulton Middle / High School (rated 8.4/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby South Fulton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hickman County High School (rated 8.1/10, 17.7 miles away, in nearby Clinton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Union City, see our Union City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Union City Middle School Union City | 0.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Union City Elementary School Union City | 0.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Ridgemont Elementary Union City | 3.1 mi | 8.7 |
| Lake Road Elementary Union City | 5.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Obion County Central High School Troy | 8.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Hillcrest Elementary Troy | 9.3 mi | 8.3 |
| South Fulton Middle / High School South Fulton | 9.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Fulton Independent School Fulton | 10.6 mi | 7.7 |
| South Fulton Elementary South Fulton | 10.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Fulton County Middle School Hickman | 12.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Fulton County Elementary Hickman | 12.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Fulton County High School Hickman | 12.2 mi | 9.2 |
| CENTRAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Martin | 12.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Martin Primary Martin | 12.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Martin Middle School Martin | 12.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Martin Elementary Martin | 12.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Westview High School Martin | 13.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Kenton Elementary School Kenton | 15.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Hickman County Elementary School Clinton | 17.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Hickman County High School Clinton | 17.7 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38261 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,884
Median Home Value
$141,900
Median Rent
$759/mo
Population
16,338
College Educated
20.5%
Homeownership
60.5%
Avg Commute
17.7 min
Poverty Rate
19.1%
Median Age
39.7
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|---|---|
| L N STEM Academy Knoxville, TN | 7.2 |
| Lewis Co High School Hohenwald, TN | 7.2 |
| McKenzie High School Mckenzie, TN | 7.2 |
| Crosstown High School Memphis, TN | 7.3 |
| GIRLS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Chattanooga, TN | 7.3 |
| FRANKLIN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Franklin, TN | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Union City High School
What grades does Union City High School serve?
Union City High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Union City High School?
Union City High School has an enrollment of approximately 417 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Union City High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Union City High School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Union City High School rank in TN?
Union City High School ranks #631 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Union City High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Union City High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 City High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Union City High School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Union City High School a charter school?
No, Union City High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Union City High School a Title I school?
No, Union City High School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 417
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Obion County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.0%
- Phone
- (731) 885-2373
- 4-Year Graduation
- 82.0%
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District
Union City- District Enrollment
- 1,707
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,464
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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