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#642 of 8,547 schools in TX

Top 8% in state

Union Grove H S

High School · UNION GROVE ISD

P O BOX 1447, Gladewater, TX 75647

Enrollment

232

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

8.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Gladewater

#3 of 9

public schools

Texas high schools

#122 of 1,699

In district

#2 of 3

UNION GROVE ISD

Academic performance

9.8 / 10

Exceptional

About Union Grove H S

Union Grove H S is a public high school in Gladewater, TX, part of the UNION GROVE ISD. The school serves approximately 232 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 10.5:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 92.5th percentile among TX schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 83% proficiency in math and 63% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.3/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $61,356, where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a midsize suburban setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-1.25 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics9.8Exceptional25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency82%
Reading/ELA Proficiency62%
Overall Proficiency72%
Expected (poverty-adj.)49%
vs. Expected+23.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile97th
College Readiness6.6Above Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.3Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,068

Union Grove H S — Students at Union Grove H S score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 83.3%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.3%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
84.5%
ELA
64.5%
2021*
Math
82%
ELA
62%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Union Grove H S Compares

See how Union Grove H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.4/10
93th percentile in TX
Academic
9.8/10
9.8/10
Growth
8.6/10
Above average
Environment
9.3/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
42%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers

Location

P O BOX 1447, Gladewater, TX 75647

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Union Grove H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SABINE H S (rated 8.9/10, 8.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SPRING HILL H S (rated 7.2/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Longview), a more accessible option. Additionally, WHITE OAK H S (rated 7.0/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby White Oak), a more accessible option. For more schools in Gladewater, see our Gladewater schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.9 mi
School Distance Rating
UNION GROVE J H Gladewater 0.0 mi 9.3
UNION GROVE EL Gladewater 0.3 mi 7.2
GLADEWATER PRI Gladewater 1.8 mi 8.3
GLADEWATER H S Gladewater 2.7 mi 6.6
WELDON EL Gladewater 3.1 mi 6.3
GLADEWATER MIDDLE Gladewater 3.2 mi 7.6
WHITE OAK H S White Oak 4.4 mi 7.0
WHITE OAK EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER White Oak 4.4 mi
WHITE OAK MIDDLE White Oak 4.5 mi 7.1
WHITE OAK PRI White Oak 4.6 mi 7.4
WHITE OAK INT White Oak 4.6 mi 8.7
PINE TREE PRI Longview 7.3 mi 6.5
BIRCH EL Longview 7.4 mi 8.6
SABINE H S Gladewater 8.5 mi 8.9
SABINE MIDDLE Gladewater 8.5 mi 7.9
SPRING HILL INT Longview 7.3 mi 8.2
SPRING HILL H S Longview 7.5 mi 7.2
SPRING HILL J H Longview 7.5 mi 7.5
SABINE EL Kilgore 9.1 mi 5.8
SPRING HILL PRI Longview 7.9 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75647 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,356

Median Home Value

$164,300

Median Rent

$1,030/mo

Population

13,457

College Educated

17.1%

Homeownership

73.9%

Avg Commute

25.3 min

Poverty Rate

15.9%

Median Age

37.6

Community Profile

The community surrounding Union Grove H S has a median household income of $61,356. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $164,300, with a median rent of $1,030/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.9%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BROOKELAND H S Brookeland, TX 8.4
FORT HANCOCK H S Fort Hancock, TX 8.4
MANSFIELD FRONTIER STEM ACADEMY Mansfield, TX 8.4
WINDTHORST H S Windthorst, TX 8.4
ACADEMY H S Plano, TX 8.5
ANSON H S Anson, TX 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Union Grove H S

What grades does Union Grove H S serve?

Union Grove H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Union Grove H S?

Union Grove H S has an enrollment of approximately 232 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Union Grove H S?

The student-teacher ratio at Union Grove H S is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Union Grove H S rank in TX?

Union Grove H S is ranked #642 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is Union Grove H S's MySchoolScout rating?

Union Grove H S has a composite rating of 8.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Union Grove H S?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Union Grove H S has 83.3% math proficiency and 63.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Union Grove H S a charter school?

No, Union Grove H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Union Grove H S a Title I school?

No, Union Grove H S is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Union Grove H S?

42.2% of students at Union Grove H S 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
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (1,742/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Gladewater). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
232
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Upshur County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

UNION GROVE ISD
District Enrollment
737
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,356
District Rank
#2 of 3

Other Schools in This District

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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