For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,468 students in Union, MO (there are , serving 230 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in Union, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in Union, MO are Clearview Elementary School, Beaufort Elementary School and Union High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Union, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Union have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Union, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clearview Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1581 Clearview Road
Union, MO 63084
(636) 231-2500
Union, MO 63084
(636) 231-2500
Gr: K-6 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Beaufort Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3200 Hwy 50
Union, MO 63084
(573) 484-3221
Union, MO 63084
(573) 484-3221
Gr: PK-5 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
Union High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1217 West Main
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-2513
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-2513
Gr: 9-12 | 993 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #44.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2 E Springfield
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-3152
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-3152
Gr: PK-5 | 604 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #55.
Prairie Dell Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1911 Prairie Dell Rd
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-1200
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-1200
Gr: PK-5 | 533 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #66.
Union Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
503 W End
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-5855
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-5855
Gr: 6-8 | 668 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #77.
Autumn Hill School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
300 Autumn Hill Dr
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-5959
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-5959
Gr: K-12 | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Union, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Autumn Hill (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
300 Independence Drive
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-5959
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-5959
Gr: Inquire with school | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Union, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Union, MO include Clearview Elementary School, Beaufort Elementary School and Union High School.
How many public schools are located in Union?
7 public schools are located in Union.
What percentage of students in Union go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in Union are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Union?
Union public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Union are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Union include: Clearview Elementary School vs. Central Elementary School, Beaufort Elementary School vs. Central Elementary School, Central Elementary School vs. Clearview Elementary School
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