Athens JuniorSenor High School vs Union City High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Michigan, United States, 7.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Athens JuniorSenor High School
Athens · Public high · Grades 6–12
256 students
Union City High School
Union City · Public high · Grades 9–12
305 students
| Measure | Athens JuniorSenor High School Athens, Michigan | Union City High School Union City, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #285 of 591 | #286 of 591 |
| National rank | #8900 of 16,910 | #8930 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 256 | 305 |
| Enrollment | 256 | 305 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.2% | 51.8% |
| Students per teacher | 7.8 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 27% |
| city | Athens | Union City |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (48.0 vs 48.0).
- •Union City High School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 42%).
- •Athens JuniorSenor High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.2% vs 51.8%).
- •Athens JuniorSenor High School does better on students per teacher (7.8 vs 12.7).
- •Union City High School is the larger school with 305 students compared with 256.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Athens JuniorSenor High School better than Union City High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Athens JuniorSenor High School and Union City High School?
About 7.8 km in a straight line, between Athens and Union City in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Athens JuniorSenor High School: 256. Union City High School: 305. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Athens JuniorSenor High School and Union City High School rank in Michigan?
Athens JuniorSenor High School is 285th of 591 and Union City High School is 286th of 591 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).