For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 696 students in Union, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Union, MS are Union Elementary School and Union Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Union, MS public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in Union have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Union, MS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Union Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
101 Forest Street
Union, MS 39365
(601) 774-8257
Union, MS 39365
(601) 774-8257
Gr: PK-4 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Union Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
115 James Street
Union, MS 39365
(601) 774-5303
Union, MS 39365
(601) 774-5303
Gr: 5-8 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Union, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Union, MS include Union Elementary School and Union Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Union?
2 public elementary schools are located in Union.
What is the racial composition of students in Union?
Union public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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