What grades does Union Elementary serve?

Union Elementary operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the Vale area.

Where is Union Elementary located?

Union Elementary is a rural school in Vale, NC.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Union Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Union Elementary is 14.7:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Vale, NC?

Schools in Vale include Union Elementary and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Vale area.

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Union Elementary — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Vale, North Carolina|Lincoln County Schools

Vale, NC 28168

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Wed

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Nov

Fri

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Wed

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Nov

Mon

Progress Reports go HomeEvent

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Nov

Wed

Thanksgiving Break- No SchoolEvent

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

323

Student:Teacher

14.7:1

Locale

Rural

District

Lincoln County Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

99.1%

Phone

(704)276-1493

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

55-59%

Math Proficiency

65-69%

Chronic Absenteeism

4.1%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

18 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.4:1

Better than average in NC

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

315

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

32.99

84% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

0.090000004

Social Workers

0.25

Nurses

0.5

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$10,722

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$6,821

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$11,879

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 13%State 63%Local 25%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$382,567

-0.8% 1yr+37.8% 5yr

Charlotte, NC metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

15.9%

Below 150% poverty line

4.5%

Unemployment rate

8.6%

Uninsured residents

10.3%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,771

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,653

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

595 (36%)

Speech/Language Impairment

361 (22%)

Other Health Impairment

252 (15%)

Autism

189 (11%)

Intellectual Disability

133 (8%)

Emotional Disturbance

28 (2%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

342

Current enrollment

Growing(+21% 5yr)

Coming Up

Tue, Nov 3, 2026

Workday- No School for Students

Event

Wed, Nov 11, 2026

Veterans Day- No School

Event

Fri, Nov 13, 2026

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Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Lincoln County Schools. Union Elementary follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Holiday -- No School for Students and StaffDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Wed, Sep 9, 2026	MTSS meeting (K-2 teachers with Hollis Baker)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Thu, Sep 10, 2026	LIM Training (Full Planning)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Sep 11, 2026	All Pro Dads BreakfastDistrict-wide Check the event notice for breakfast time and location details.	Break	—
Tue, Sep 22, 2026	Mandatory Workday/ Conferences- No school for studentsDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Sep 25, 2026	Teacher Assistant DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	All Pro Dads BreakfastDistrict-wide Check the event notice for breakfast time and location details.	Break	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Teacher Workday - No school for studentsDistrict-wide Review the calendar to confirm the impact on your schedule.	Staff Day	—
Tue, Oct 13, 2026	Mandatory teacher workday (end of quarter)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	Pre-ACT Testing (10th graders)District-wide	exam	—
Fri, Oct 23, 2026	All Pro Dads Check the program notice for meeting times and participation details.	Event	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	Workday- No School for Students	Event	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Veterans Day- No School	Event	—
Fri, Nov 13, 2026	All Pro Dads Check the program notice for meeting times and participation details.	Event	—
Wed, Nov 18, 2026	SIT Meeting Check the meeting notice for agenda and attendance information.	Event	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Progress Reports go Home Review the progress report for your student's academic performance and feedback.	Event	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving Break- No School Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Event	—
Wed, Dec 9, 2026	SIT Meeting Check the meeting notice for agenda and attendance information.	Event	—
Fri, Dec 11, 2026	All Pro Dads Check the program notice for meeting times and participation details.	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Workday- No School for Students	Event	—
Wed, Dec 23, 2026	Winter Break- No School	Event	—
Thu, Jan 14, 2027	Report Cards go Home Check the report card distribution notice for pickup or delivery details.	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Martin Luther King Jr Holiday- NO SCHOOL Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Event	—
Fri, Jan 22, 2027	All Pro Dads Check the program notice for meeting times and participation details.	Event	—
Fri, Jan 29, 2027	District Spelling Bee Review the district contest guidelines for participation requirements and rules.	Event	—
Mon, Feb 8, 2027	Progress Reports go Home Review the progress report for your student's academic performance and feedback.	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Workday- No School for Students	Event	—
Fri, Feb 26, 2027	All Pro Dads Check the program notice for meeting times and participation details.	Event	—
Mon, Mar 8, 2027	Workday- No School for Students	Event	—
Fri, Mar 12, 2027	All Pro Dads Check the program notice for meeting times and participation details.	Event	—
Fri, Mar 19, 2027	Report Cards Sent Home	Event	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Spring Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Wed, Apr 14, 2027	Progress Reports go Home Review the progress report for your student's academic performance and feedback.	Event	—
Fri, Apr 23, 2027	All Pro Dads Check the program notice for meeting times and participation details.	Event	—
Fri, May 7, 2027	1st Grade Field Trip Check the trip notice for destination, itinerary and any required forms.	Event	—
Fri, May 14, 2027	All Pro Dads Check the program notice for meeting times and participation details.	Event	—
Wed, May 26, 2027	Early Release Day- Students dismiss at 11:30- LAST DAY	Event	—