Serving 1,230 students in grades 6-8, Thomas E. Weightman Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,230 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas E. Weightman Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Thomas E. Weightman Middle School's student population of 1,230 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,230 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thomas E. Weightman Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas E. Weightman Middle School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1538 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
32%
36%
Black
16%
21%
White
42%
36%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas E. Weightman Middle School's ranking?
Thomas E. Weightman Middle School is ranked #1538 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Thomas E. Weightman Middle School often compared to?
Thomas E. Weightman Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr. John Long Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Thomas E. Weightman Middle School?
1,230 students attend Thomas E. Weightman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Thomas E. Weightman Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas E. Weightman Middle School?
Thomas E. Weightman Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Thomas E. Weightman Middle School offer ?
Thomas E. Weightman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Thomas E. Weightman Middle School part of?
Thomas E. Weightman Middle School is part of Pasco School District.
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