Serving 224 students in grades 6-8, Union City Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Union City Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Union City Middle School's student population of 224 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
224 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Union City Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union City Middle School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1341 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Hispanic
1%
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
94%
60%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bears
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union City Middle School's ranking?
Union City Middle School is ranked #1341 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Union City Middle School?
224 students attend Union City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Union City Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Union City Middle School?
Union City Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Union City Middle School offer ?
Union City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Union City Middle School part of?
Union City Middle School is part of Union City Area School District.
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