Serving 161 students in grades 6-8, Union Area Middle 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 161 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Union Area Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Union Area Middle School's student population of 161 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
161 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 18, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Motto
Commitment to Excellence Today; Youth Preparing for Tomorrow.
School Rankings
Union Area 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 Area Middle School is 0.42, 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
#1110 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
17%
14%
White
74%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Union Area Middle School is ranked #1110 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Union Area Middle School often compared to?
Union Area Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Neshannock Memorial Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Union Area Middle School?
161 students attend Union Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Union Area Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Union Area Middle School?
Union Area Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Union Area Middle School offer ?
Union Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Union Area Middle School part of?
Union Area Middle School is part of Union Area School District.
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