For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,475 students in Union, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Union, MO are Clearview Elementary School, Beaufort Elementary School and Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Union, MO public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Union have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Union, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Clearview Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1581 Clearview Road
Union, MO 63084
(636) 231-2500
Union, MO 63084
(636) 231-2500
Grades: K-6
| 292 students
Rank: #22.
Beaufort Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3200 Hwy 50
Union, MO 63084
(573) 484-3221
Union, MO 63084
(573) 484-3221
Grades: PK-5
| 344 students
Rank: #33.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2 E Springfield
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-3152
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-3152
Grades: PK-5
| 604 students
Rank: #44.
Union Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
503 W End
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-5855
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-5855
Grades: 6-8
| 668 students
Rank: #55.
Prairie Dell Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1911 Prairie Dell Rd
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-1200
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-1200
Grades: PK-5
| 533 students
Rank: #66.
Autumn Hill School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
300 Autumn Hill Dr
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-5959
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-5959
Grades: K-12
| 34 students
Union, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Autumn Hill (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
300 Independence Drive
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-5959
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-5959
Grades: Inquire with school
| 28 students
1 Clark Ave
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-6997
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-6997
Grades: 4-6
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Union, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Union, MO include Clearview Elementary School, Beaufort Elementary School and Central Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Union?
6 public elementary schools are located in Union.
What is the racial composition of students in Union?
Union public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Union are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Union include: Clearview Elementary School vs. Central Elementary School, Beaufort Elementary School vs. Central Elementary School, Central Elementary School vs. Clearview Elementary School
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