UNION CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Union City Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Union City school district, located in Union City, TN with about 850 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 50 teachers, Union City Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Union City Elementary School, located at 1100 South Miles Avenue in Union City, Tennessee, serves as a foundational academic institution for the local community. Operating under the Union City Schools district, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment for its students. Its official website, "Tornado Touch" (tornadotouch.net), reflects the school’s spirited mascot—the Tornado—and serves as a primary hub for families to access essential resources, including school calendars, faculty directories, and important administrative updates.

As part of the broader Union City school system, the elementary school emphasizes foundational literacy, numeracy, and character development, aiming to prepare young learners for their transition into middle school. By maintaining a strong online presence and open lines of communication, the school facilitates active parent involvement and community transparency. The institution is recognized for its commitment to academic growth, striving to provide a safe and enriching space that addresses both the educational and developmental needs of its diverse student body.

For more information, contact Union City Elementary School at (731) 885-1632 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.