Union County High School is a secondary school located in Blairsville, Georgia, United States, in the North Georgia Mountains. It is recognized for making an impact in the community and ranking No. 1 in the school district. The school's mascot is the black panther.
Serving 921 students in grades 9-12, Union County High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 921 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Union County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Union County High School's student population of 921 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
921 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Motto
Success for ALL
School Mascot
Not Mentioned
School Rankings
Union County High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union County High School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#439 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
1%
36%
White
89%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Not Mentioned
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union County High School's ranking?
Union County High School is ranked #439 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Union County High School often compared to?
Union County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fannin County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Union County High School?
The graduation rate of Union County High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Union County High School?
921 students attend Union County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Union County High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Union County High School?
Union County High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Union County High School offer ?
Union County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Union County High School part of?
Union County High School is part of Union County School District.
School Reviews
5 6/2/2023
we are so very pleased with the teachers, staff, and students that we have in union county. This is by far the best school system we have been in with any of our children.
3 12/8/2021
very poor excuse for a school. Diversity rating is inaccurate.
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