According to 2000 federal census data, it serves a resident population of 9,678.

The school district includes all of Mount Union borough, Mapleton borough, Shirley Township and Union Township in Huntingdon County.

High school students can attend Huntingdon County Career & Technology Center - Mill Creek - Grades 10-12 The district offers a variety of clubs, activities and sports.

The group has earned much recognition within the circuit for numerous competitive victories.

Since 2022, the unit has been hosted by the Juniata Valley School District because Mount Union no longer saw fit to officially support the ensemble despite not having supported it for several years.