Weddington Middle School

5903 Deal Road
Matthews, NC 28104
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
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Top 5%
Serving 1,358 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 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,358 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 35%
  • : Top 5% in NC
  • : 87% (Top 5%)
  • : 83% (Top 5%)
  • 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:

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School Overview

Weddington Middle School's student population of 1,358 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,358 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
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School Rankings

Weddington Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Weddington Middle School is 0.54, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (NC)
#60 out of 2568 schools
(Top 5%)
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87%
42%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Weddington Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
83%
47%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Weddington Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of North Carolina by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
4%
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Hispanic
8%
20%
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Black
6%
25%
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White
65%
45%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.54
This chart display the diversity score of Weddington Middle School and the public school average diversity score of North Carolina by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Weddington Middle School's ranking?
Weddington Middle School is ranked #60 out of 2,568 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?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Weddington Middle School?
1,358 students attend Weddington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Weddington Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 4% 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 14:1.
What grades does Weddington Middle School offer ?
Weddington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Weddington Middle School part of?
Weddington Middle School is part of Union County Public Schools School District.

School Reviews

5   3/3/2023
This school offers classes to choose from, sports like lacrosse, football, volleyball, and many more. This school is great. The teachers are nice and encouraging.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Bella Coll

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,358 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 35%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 87% (Top 5%)
  • : 83% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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