North Union Community School District

The North Union Community School District is home to two standout schools - North Union High School and North Union Elementary. Both schools have consistently ranked among the top schools in Iowa, with North Union High School ranked 16th out of 340 high schools and North Union Elementary ranked 41st out of 576 elementary schools for the 2024-2025 school year.

Academically, North Union High School excels, with 97.7% of 10th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts, 79.5% in Math, and 93.2% in Science - significantly higher than state averages. North Union Elementary also boasts strong academic performance, with over 80% of 3rd-5th graders proficient or better in both English Language Arts and Math. Both schools have relatively small class sizes, with student-teacher ratios of 11.5 and 8.8, respectively.

While the schools have high academic achievement, they also face some challenges. Both schools have a significant population of economically disadvantaged students, with over 50% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. Additionally, both schools have a chronic absenteeism rate of 21.6%, which is higher than the district would likely prefer. The district may want to explore strategies to address these issues and ensure all students have the resources and support they need to succeed.