Serving 203 students in grades 9-12, Union Area High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Union Area High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Union Area High School's student population of 203 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
203 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Motto
Commitment to Excellence Today; Youth Preparing for Tomorrow.
School Rankings
Union Area High 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 Area High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1027 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
9%
14%
White
85%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union Area High School's ranking?
Union Area High School is ranked #1027 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Union Area High School often compared to?
Union Area High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Neshannock Jr. Sr. High School, Wilmington Area High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Union Area High School?
The graduation rate of Union Area High School is 90%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Union Area High School?
203 students attend Union Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Union Area High School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Union Area High School?
Union Area High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Union Area High School offer ?
Union Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Union Area High School part of?
Union Area High School is part of Union Area School District.
School Reviews
5 3/30/2010
I went to this school myself, it was good then but it is better now. They have helped my children with their english since
they were adopted from the Ukraine. They still help with any problem they may have with everyday life. Thank You
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