Serving 1,403 students in grades 6-8, Weddington Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,403 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Weddington Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Weddington Middle School's student population of 1,403 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,403 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Rankings
Weddington Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Weddington Middle School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#44 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
4%
Hispanic
7%
21%
Black
6%
25%
White
59%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Weddington Middle School's ranking?
Weddington Middle School is ranked #44 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Weddington Middle School often compared to?
Weddington Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marvin Ridge Middle School, Cuthbertson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Weddington Middle School?
1,403 students attend Weddington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Weddington Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Weddington Middle School?
Weddington Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Weddington Middle School offer ?
Weddington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Weddington Middle School part of?
Weddington Middle School is part of Union County School District.
School Reviews
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