Excellent
#283 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 13% in state
Union Gap School
Elementary School · Union Gap School District
3201 4th Street, Union Gap, WA 98903
Enrollment
570
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
570
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#283 of 2,228
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Union Gap School
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About Union Gap School
Union Gap School is a public elementary school in Union Gap, WA, part of Union Gap School District. Union Gap School serves approximately 570 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Union Gap School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #283 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Union Gap School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Union Gap School 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
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Union Gap School — Students at Union Gap School score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 41 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.8/10.
How Union Gap School Compares
See how Union Gap 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
3201 4th Street, Union Gap, WA 98903
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Union Gap School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Barge-Lincoln Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Yakima), with a comparable rating. Another option is Ridgeview Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Yakima), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Martin Luther King Jr Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Yakima), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Union Gap, see our Union Gap schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Martin Luther King Jr Elementary Yakima | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| LA SALLE HIGH SCHOOL Union Gap | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Yakima Online Yakima | 2.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Yakima Satellite Alternative Programs Yakima | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Yakima Open Doors Yakima | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Ridgeview Elementary Yakima | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Adams Elementary School Yakima | 2.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Hoover Elementary School Yakima | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Washington Middle School Yakima | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Yakima | 2.5 mi | — |
| ST JOHN OF KRONSTADT ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Yakima | 2.7 mi | — |
| Lewis & Clark Middle School Yakima | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
| ESD 105 Open Doors Yakima | 3.4 mi | — |
| NACHES VALLEY ESD 105 OPEN DOORS Yakima | 3.4 mi | — |
| Davis High School Yakima | 3.3 mi | 6.5 |
| ST JOSEPH MARQUETTE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Yakima | 3.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Mckinley Elementary School Yakima | 3.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Terrace Heights Elementary Yakima | 3.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Mcclure Elementary School Yakima | 3.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Barge-Lincoln Elementary School Yakima | 4.3 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98903 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,188
Median Home Value
$265,900
Median Rent
$1,232/mo
Population
19,010
College Educated
18.3%
Homeownership
74.5%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
33.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cherrydale Elementary Steilacoom, WA | 8.5 |
| Crestwood Elementary School Covington, WA | 8.5 |
| East Ridge Elementary Woodinville, WA | 8.5 |
| Hamilton Elementary Port Angeles, WA | 8.5 |
| Lake Forest Park Elementary Lake Forest Park, WA | 8.5 |
| Melvin G Syre Elementary Shoreline, WA | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Union Gap School
What grades does Union Gap School serve?
Union Gap School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Union Gap School?
Union Gap School has an enrollment of approximately 570 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Union Gap School?
The student-teacher ratio at Union Gap School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Union Gap School rank in WA?
Union Gap School ranks #283 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Union Gap School's MySchoolScout rating?
Union Gap School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Gap School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Union Gap School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Union Gap School a charter school?
No, Union Gap School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Union Gap School a Title I school?
No, Union Gap School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Union Gap School?
92.5% of students at Union Gap 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 570
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Yakima County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.6%
- Phone
- (509) 248-3966
Resources & Links
District
Union Gap School District- District Enrollment
- 570
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,984
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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