Weddington High School is a public high school located east of Weddington, North Carolina as part of Union County Public Schools. As of August 2020, the school has been operating under the leadership of principal Jeff Kraftson.
Serving 1,899 students in grades 9-12, Weddington High School ranks in the top 1% 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 94% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 93% (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 36% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,899 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 93% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Weddington High serves the west part of Matthews, NC, covering an area of approximately 19.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 5.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Weddington High 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Weddington High School's student population of 1,899 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,899 students
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Year Founded
2000
Colors
Navy Blue, Kelly green
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Weddington High School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Weddington High School is 0.55, 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
#11 out of 2617 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)94%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
5%
Hispanic
8%
22%
Black
7%
24%
White
64%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥99%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.7%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Weddington High School's ranking?
Weddington High School is ranked #11 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Weddington High School often compared to?
Weddington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marvin Ridge High School, Cuthbertson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 93% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Weddington High School?
The graduation rate of Weddington High School is 99%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Weddington High School?
1,899 students attend Weddington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Weddington High School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Weddington High School?
Weddington High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Weddington High School offer ?
Weddington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Weddington High School part of?
Weddington High School is part of Union County School District.
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