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UNION CO SCHOOL DIST

Mississippi · Public School District
4
Schools
2,980
Students
$10,084
Per-Pupil Spend
-30% nat'l
99.6%
Free Lunch Rate
+47pp vs nat'l
88.0%
Graduation Rate
≈ nat'l avg
District Overview

UNION CO SCHOOL DIST is a public school district in Mississippi serving 2,980 students across 4 schools. Its graduation rate of 88.0% is near the national average of 86.5%. Per-pupil spending of $10,084 is below the national average for a US public school district. 100% of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, reflecting significant economic need in the community. Opportunity scores across its schools are limited, with a district median of 39/100.

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All Schools (4)
Other Schools4 schools
SchoolGradesStudents
EAST UNION ATTENDANCE CENTERPK–12963
INGOMAR ATTENDANCE CENTERPK–12654
MYRTLE ATTENDANCE CENTERPK–12704
WEST UNION ATTENDANCE CENTERPK–12659
District Finances
Per-Pupil Expenditure$10,084-30% nat'l avg
National avg $14,347
Revenue Sources
56%
24%
State
55.5%
Local (property tax)
24.3%
Federal
20.2%

State funding accounts for 56% of the budget — this district relies more on state aid than local tax revenue.

Source: NCES F-33 School District Finance Survey. District-level data.
District Snapshot
4
Schools
2,980
Students
100%
Free Lunch
$10K
Per-Pupil
Graduation Rate88.0%
Opportunity Score39/100
StateMississippi →
School Rankings
Strengths & Considerations
Below-average per-pupil spending
At $10,084, spending is 30% below the national average — which can limit staffing and resources.
High economic need in community
100% of students qualify for free or reduced lunch — above the national rate of 52.2% — reflecting broader economic challenges.
Heavy reliance on federal aid
20% of revenue comes from federal sources. High federal reliance typically signals a limited local tax base or high concentration of low-income families.
Limited school choice
With only 4 schools in the district, families have fewer options for different programs or learning environments.
Location
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in UNION CO SCHOOL DIST?
UNION CO SCHOOL DIST has 4 public schools, serving a total of 2,980 students.
What is the graduation rate for UNION CO SCHOOL DIST?
The graduation rate is 88.0%, which is above the national average of 86.5%.
How much does UNION CO SCHOOL DIST spend per student?
UNION CO SCHOOL DIST spends $10,084 per pupil — 30% below the national average of $14,347.
What percentage of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch in UNION CO SCHOOL DIST?
100% of students in UNION CO SCHOOL DIST qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, compared to the national rate of 52.2%.
Are there charter schools in UNION CO SCHOOL DIST?
No, UNION CO SCHOOL DIST does not currently include any charter schools.
What grade levels does UNION CO SCHOOL DIST serve?
UNION CO SCHOOL DIST serves grades PK through 12, covering elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the opportunity score for UNION CO SCHOOL DIST?
The median opportunity score across schools in UNION CO SCHOOL DIST is 39/100. The national median is 50/100. Opportunity scores reflect long-term economic mobility prospects for children who grow up in these communities.
About This Data

All figures on this page come directly from US federal open datasets — NCES Common Core of Data, EDFacts, and the Opportunity Atlas — and we work hard to keep them accurate and up to date. That said, federal data is published on an annual cycle, so some figures may not yet reflect the very latest school-year changes or local updates. We recommend using this page as a helpful starting point and cross-checking with the school or district directly, or visiting the NCES Common Core of Data and ed.gov for the most authoritative figures before making any important decisions.