- Kensington Elementary — Grades K–5 · 901 students
- Antioch Elementary — Grades K–5 · 816 students
- Stallings Elementary — Grades K–5 · 766 students
- Porter Ridge Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 765 students
- Poplin Elementary — Grades K–5 · 756 students
- Wesley Chapel Elementary — Grades K–5 · 729 students
- New Town Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 691 students
- Unionville Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 679 students
- Marvin Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 666 students
- Weddington Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 652 students
- Indian Trail Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 633 students
- Rea View Elementary — Grades K–5 · 629 students
- Waxhaw Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 615 students
- Shiloh Valley Elementary — Grades 3–5 · 574 students
- Shiloh Valley Primary School — Grades PK–2 · 563 students
- Western Union Elementary — Grades K–5 · 539 students
- Rocky River Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 536 students
- Sardis Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 529 students
- Sandy Ridge Elementary — Grades K–5 · 528 students
- Hemby Bridge Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 491 students
- Benton Heights Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 451 students
- Walter Bickett Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 444 students
- East Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 423 students
- Marshville Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 419 students
- Fairview Elementary — Grades K–5 · 394 students
- + 5 more elementary schools
- Porter Ridge Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,447 students
- Weddington Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,324 students
- Cuthbertson Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,323 students
- Marvin Ridge Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,277 students
- Piedmont Middle — Grades 6–8 · 980 students
- Sun Valley Middle — Grades 6–8 · 909 students
- Parkwood Middle — Grades 6–8 · 879 students
- Monroe Middle — Grades 6–8 · 802 students
- East Union Middle — Grades 6–8 · 683 students
- Marvin Ridge High — Grades 9–12 · 1,961 students
- Weddington High — Grades 9–12 · 1,899 students
- Cuthbertson High — Grades 9–12 · 1,857 students
- Porter Ridge High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,809 students
- Sun Valley High — Grades 9–12 · 1,272 students
- Piedmont High — Grades 9–12 · 1,270 students
- Monroe High — Grades 9–12 · 1,215 students
- Parkwood High — Grades 9–12 · 1,082 students
- Forest Hills High — Grades 9–12 · 973 students
- Central Academy of Technology and Arts — Grades 9–12 · 875 students
- Union County Early College — Grades 9 · 340 students
- Wolfe School — Grades 6–12 · 109 students
- South Providence — Grades 6–12 · 91 students
with district
| Metric | Union County Public Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 52 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $10,300/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Union County Public Schools
Union County Public Schools is the public school district that serves ZIP 28110 in Union, North Carolina. At 6/10 it lands near the middle of North Carolina districts on the data NCES reports. The district operates 1 school, covering Pre-K – 13. Use the district statistics and boundary map above to confirm the area, then verify your exact school assignment with the district before making a housing decision.
Funding and Resources
Union County Public Schools reports per-pupil expenditure of approximately $10,300 per year, placing it near the North Carolina state average of approximately $10,500 and below the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Below-average funding can mean larger class sizes, fewer elective offerings, and limited extracurricular programs. Families with specialized needs should verify specific program availability directly with the district. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
With 1 schools, Union County Public Schools operates as a small, community-focused district serving students from Pre-K – 13. Small districts often benefit from tighter community cohesion, more personalized teacher-student relationships, and stronger parental involvement. The trade-off is narrower program variety: fewer elective courses, specialized tracks, or extracurricular options than larger systems offer.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
Union County Public Schools has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 6/10, placing it in the average tier. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Union County Public Schools falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 28110
Children in zip code 28110 are assigned to Union County Public Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 13. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 28110, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Union County Public Schools at (704)296-9898 or visit www.ucps.k12.nc.us. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — North Carolina districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Union
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because Union County Public Schools serves zip code 28110, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 28110 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In North Carolina, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Union County Public Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 28110.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Union County Public Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 28110 data.