Serving 669 students in grades 6-8, Union Grove Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 669 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Union Grove Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Union Grove Middle School's student population of 669 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
669 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Union Grove Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union Grove Middle School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3144 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
29%
53%
Black
25%
13%
White
30%
25%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union Grove Middle School's ranking?
Union Grove Middle School is ranked #3144 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Union Grove Middle School often compared to?
Union Grove Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastern Hills Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Union Grove Middle School?
669 students attend Union Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Union Grove Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Union Grove Middle School?
Union Grove Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Union Grove Middle School offer ?
Union Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Union Grove Middle School part of?
Union Grove Middle School is part of Killeen Independent School District.
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