Union Elementary School serves 313 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Union Elementary School's student population of 313 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
313 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
2000
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Union Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Hispanic
75%
49%
Black
17%
6%
White
3%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Union Elementary School?
313 students attend Union Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Union Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Union Elementary School?
Union Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Union Elementary School offer ?
Union Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Union Elementary School part of?
Union Elementary School is part of Union Elementary District (4277).
In what neighborhood is Union Elementary School located?
Union Elementary School is located in the Estrella Village neighborhood of Tolleson, AZ. There are 5 other public schools located in Estrella Village.
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