UNION COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL
Union County High School is a public high school that is part of the Union County school district, located in Blairsville, GA with about 836 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 62 teachers, Union County High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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 County High School, located in Blairsville, Georgia, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the students of Union County. Nestled in the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains, the school takes pride in its community-centered atmosphere, often highlighting its mascot, the Panther, as a symbol of school spirit and local pride. The institution offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes standard academic pathways, vocational training, and extracurricular opportunities designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce.
Beyond its academic offerings, Union County High School is deeply integrated into the culture of Blairsville, frequently serving as a focal point for local athletics, arts programs, and community events. The school is characterized by its commitment to fostering student growth within a close-knit environment, emphasizing a balance between rigorous instruction and the social development of its student body. By leveraging its unique location and dedicated faculty, the school strives to provide a well-rounded educational experience that prepares students to succeed in a competitive, modern world.
For more information, contact Union County High School at (706) 745-2216 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Blairsville, GA 30512
(706) 745-2216
UNION COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Blairsville, GA with about 836 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Georgia
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Union County
- Total Students:
- 836
- Teachers:
- 62.3
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 836 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending UNION COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 93% of the student body.
- White
- 92.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 3.9%
- Two or more races
- 1.9%
- Asian
- 1.2%
- Black or African American
- 0.1%
- Female
- 46.3%
- Male
- 53.7%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.