Serving 494 students in grades 9-12, Union High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Union High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Union High School's student population of 494 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
494 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Union High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union High School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1691 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)30-39%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
57%
22%
Black
23%
24%
White
16%
42%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)70-74%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union High School's ranking?
Union High School is ranked #1691 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Union High School often compared to?
Union High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakewood High School, Midway High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Union High School?
The graduation rate of Union High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Union High School?
494 students attend Union High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Union High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Union High School?
Union High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Union High School offer ?
Union High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Union High School part of?
Union High School is part of Sampson County Schools.
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