Middle Schools in Union County

Union County Middle School is the only middle school in Union County, Georgia, serving 641 students in grades 6-8 with a 14:1 student-teacher ratio and per-student spending of $14,138.

The school’s standout strength is Algebra I, where 85.3% of students scored proficient or above in 2025-2026—a remarkable 37.2 percentage points above the state average. This exceptional performance suggests a highly effective advanced math program, though it likely reflects a select group of high-achieving 8th graders, given that the school’s 8th-grade math proficiency is just 45.4%. Grade-level mathematics is also a consistent strength, with the school outperforming state averages in 6th and 7th grade math in both 2024-2025 and 2025-2026. However, year-over-year declines are notable: 6th-grade math dropped from 53.1% to 45.6%, and 8th-grade math fell from 51.2% to 45.4%. In 2024-2025, the most recent year with available data, English Language Arts scores were solidly above state averages across all grades (6th: +5.1, 7th: +2.8, 8th: +3.1). Science and social studies are areas of concern, with 8th-grade proficiency at 27.6% and 36.5% respectively in 2025-2026, both below state averages.

The school’s state ranking has fluctuated between the 63rd and 72nd percentiles over three years, earning 3 or 4 stars. Chronic absenteeism stands at 18.2%, higher than both the district (14.9%) and state (17.7%) averages, which may be linked to the fact that 78.63% of students qualify for free/reduced lunch. Despite serving a predominantly low-income population, the school generally outperforms state averages in most tested subjects, particularly mathematics. The school’s scores closely mirror district averages across most subjects, but Algebra I is a clear standout even within its own district context. While the school’s high spending and favorable student-teacher ratio haven’t translated into across-the-board excellence, its math program—especially advanced Algebra—remains a significant point of pride for families considering this school.