Serving 391 students in grades 3-5, Union Intermediate ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
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Union Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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Union Intermediate's student population of 391 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
391 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
Union Intermediate ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union Intermediate is 0.57, 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
#1765 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)47%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
61%
21%
Black
17%
25%
White
19%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
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Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Union Intermediate's ranking?
Union Intermediate is ranked #1765 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Union Intermediate?
391 students attend Union Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Union Intermediate students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Union Intermediate?
Union Intermediate has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Union Intermediate offer ?
Union Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Union Intermediate part of?
Union Intermediate is part of Sampson County Schools.
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