Serving 652 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Weddington Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 652 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Weddington Elementary serves the western part of Matthews, NC, encompassing an area of approximately 10.9 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Weddington Elementary 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 Elementary School's student population of 652 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
652 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Weddington Elementary 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 Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#61 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)90%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
16%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
1%
4%
Showing 2010–2019. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Weddington Elementary School's ranking?
Weddington Elementary School is ranked #61 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Weddington Elementary School often compared to?
Weddington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Antioch Elementary School, Marvin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Weddington Elementary School?
652 students attend Weddington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Weddington Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Weddington Elementary School?
Weddington Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Weddington Elementary School offer ?
Weddington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Weddington Elementary School part of?
Weddington Elementary School is part of Union County School District.
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