Union County

The Union County school district in Kentucky consists of 6 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 2 high schools (one of which is an alternative school), and no alternative schools. The district serves a mix of student populations, with high rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating economic challenges faced by many families in the area.

Among the standout schools, Morganfield Elementary School has the highest percentage of free/reduced lunch recipients at 71.01%, but its performance on state assessments is generally lower than the county and state averages, with only 10-30% of students scoring proficient or better in core subjects. In contrast, Union County High School boasts a strong 4-year graduation rate of 96.7%, well above the state average, though its performance on standardized tests still lags behind state benchmarks.

The data also reveals significant performance gaps between the schools in Union County and the state averages on standardized tests, suggesting a need to closely examine instructional practices, curriculum, and support systems to improve student outcomes. Additionally, the alternative high school, Union County Learning Academy, stands out with a lower 4-year graduation rate of 72.7% and a very low student-teacher ratio of 7:1, indicating a more personalized learning environment for its small student population.