Serving 28 students in grades 6-8, Deland-weldon Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Deland-Weldon Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Weldon, IL, covering approximately 106.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.9 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.3 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Deland-weldon Middle School's student population of 28 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
28 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Deland-weldon Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deland-weldon Middle School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2164 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
89%
45%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deland-weldon Middle School's ranking?
Deland-weldon Middle School is ranked #2164 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Deland-weldon Middle School?
28 students attend Deland-weldon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Deland-weldon Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deland-weldon Middle School?
Deland-weldon Middle School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Deland-weldon Middle School offer ?
Deland-weldon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Deland-weldon Middle School part of?
Deland-weldon Middle School is part of Deland-Weldon CUSD 57 School District.
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