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#224 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 13% in state

Union City Middle School

Middle School · Union City

1111 High School DR, Union City, TN 38261

Enrollment

475

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

8.3

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#224 of 1,786

In Union City

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Union City

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Union City Middle School

8.3/10

Middle School in Union City · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Union City High School

7.2/10

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8.6/10

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About Union City Middle School

Union City Middle School is a public middle school in Union City, TN, part of Union City. Union City Middle School serves approximately 475 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Union City Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #224 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Union City Middle School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.3 pts above TN schools
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • TN avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.1Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.3Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52.3% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.1% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+13.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.7 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+18.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,464
Chronic Absenteeism9.1%

Union City Middle School — Students at Union City Middle School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 38.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 30 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
38%
ELA
45%
2010
Math
49%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
51%
ELA
48%
2012
Math
49%
ELA
46%
2013
Math
44%
ELA
50%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
26%
ELA
34%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
30%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
29%
2020*
Math
41%
ELA
31%
2021*
Math
41%
ELA
31%
2022
Math
48.4%
ELA
39.4%
2025
Math
52.3%
ELA
35.1%

* 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: 8.1/10.

How Union City Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.3/10
88th percentile in TN
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.1%

Location

1111 High School DR, Union City, TN 38261

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Union City Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Fulton County Middle School (rated 7.3/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby Hickman), a more accessible option. Additionally, Martin Middle School (rated 6.0/10, 12.9 miles away, in nearby Martin), a more accessible option. For more schools in Union City, see our Union City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Union City High School Union City 0.1 mi 7.2
Union City Elementary School Union City 0.4 mi 8.6
Ridgemont Elementary Union City 3.1 mi 8.7
Lake Road Elementary Union City 5.0 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 9.6 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 12.0 mi 7.3
Fulton County Elementary Hickman 12.0 mi 4.8
Fulton County High School Hickman 12.0 mi 9.2
CENTRAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Martin 12.4 mi 5.5
Martin Primary Martin 12.5 mi 6.7
Martin Middle School Martin 12.9 mi 6.0
Martin Elementary Martin 12.5 mi 7.4
Westview High School Martin 13.7 mi 5.9
Kenton Elementary School Kenton 16.0 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

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Burns Middle School Burns, TN 8.3
Dyersburg Middle School Dyersburg, TN 8.3
Lewis County Middle School Hohenwald, TN 8.3
Robert E Ellis Middle Hendersonville, TN 8.3
Knox Doss Middle School at Drakes Creek Hendersonville, TN 8.4
Freedom Middle School Franklin, TN 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Union City Middle School

What grades does Union City Middle School serve?

Union City Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Union City Middle School?

Union City Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 475 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Union City Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Union City Middle School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Union City Middle School rank in TN?

Union City Middle School ranks #224 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Union City Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Union City Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Union City Middle School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Union City Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Union City Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Obion County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.1%

District

Union City
District Enrollment
1,707
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,464
District Rank
#2 of 3

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