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Union Springs Elementary School

211 Conecuh Avenue West
Union Springs, AL 36089
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 537 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Union Springs Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 537 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50% in AL
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Union Springs Elementary School's student population of 537 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
537 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers

School Rankings

Union Springs Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union Springs Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (AL)
#1108 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
6-9%
30%
23%
47%
≤5%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
22%
11%
Black
77%
32%
White
1%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.36
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Union Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Union Springs Elementary School is ranked #1108 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Union Springs Elementary School?
537 students attend Union Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Union Springs Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Union Springs Elementary School?
Union Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Union Springs Elementary School offer ?
Union Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Union Springs Elementary School part of?
Union Springs Elementary School is part of Bullock County School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 537 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

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