High Schools in Union County

Union County High School is the only high school in Union County, Georgia, serving grades 9 through 12 in the Blairsville area with 901 students and a predominantly economically disadvantaged population (70% free/reduced lunch).

As the sole high school in the county, Union County High School stands out for its exceptional graduation rate of 96.9%—nearly 10 points above the state average—and its strong non-academic indicators. Chronic absenteeism sits at just 12.3%, well below the state's 17.7%, and the dropout rate of 1.6% is lower than the state's 2.4%. The school has maintained a consistent 4-star rating for three straight years, and the district itself ranks in the top 20% statewide. With a favorable 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio and per-student spending of $14,951, the school provides a supportive environment that helps students persist to graduation despite high poverty levels.

Academically, the picture is mixed. In the most recent year, proficiency rates were 48.8% in Algebra I, 52.6% in Biology, and 45.7% in U.S. History—all at or above state averages except Algebra I, which matches the state. However, these scores represent notable declines from the prior year, when Algebra I proficiency was 65.5% and U.S. History was 62.9%. The school's state ranking slipped from 66th to 122nd, though it remains in the top 27% of Georgia high schools. One concern is the Algebra I gap: the school's 48.8% proficiency lags the district's 58.2% by nearly 10 points, suggesting this subject is a relative weakness. Still, the school outperforms state averages in Biology and U.S. History, and its exceptional graduation and attendance metrics indicate a healthy, engaging school culture that supports student success beyond test scores.