Union Grove High

www.henry.k12.ga.us/UGH

1,648 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Union Grove High School, located in McDonough, Georgia, is a prominent secondary institution within the Henry County School District. Serving a diverse student body, the school is recognized for fostering a comprehensive educational environment that balances rigorous academic standards with a wide array of extracurricular opportunities. The campus is well-regarded for its commitment to college and career readiness, offering students access to various Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career technical education programs, and specialized academic pathways designed to prepare them for life beyond graduation.

Beyond academics, Union Grove High School is deeply integrated into the local community, boasting a strong culture of school spirit and student engagement. The "Wolverines" are well-known for their competitive athletic programs, award-winning fine arts departments, and numerous student-led clubs and organizations. By prioritizing both intellectual development and personal growth, the school aims to cultivate responsible, well-rounded citizens who are prepared to contribute positively to their community and the broader world.

1,648

Total Students

81.4

Full-Time Teachers

20.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

35.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Union Grove High
Demographic	Student Count
White	451
Hispanic	152
Black	846
Asian	100
Two or More	96
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	2

Black
846 (51.3 %)
White
451 (27.4 %)
Hispanic
152 (9.2 %)
Asian
100 (6.1 %)
Two or More
96 (5.8 %)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.1 %)
American Indian
1 (0.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Henry County
Phone:	(678)583-8502
Website:	http://www.henry.k12.ga.us/UGH
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,648
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	81.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	20.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	461
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	120

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 457

Grade 10 451

Grade 11 354

Grade 12 386

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Union Grove High
Grade	Student Count
Grade 9	457
Grade 10	451
Grade 11	354
Grade 12	386

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Union Grove High
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	811	49.2%
Male	837	50.8%

High School 9th - 12th