Serving 145 students in grades 9-12, Weldon Stem High School Career Academies ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 145 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Weldon High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Halifax, NC, covering an area of approximately 86.1 square miles. The zone allows for typical drive times of 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.9 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum of 13.9 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Weldon Stem High School Career Academies's student population of 145 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
145 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Weldon Stem High School Career Academies ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Weldon Stem High School Career Academies is 0.04, 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
#1931 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
22%
Black
98%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
60-69%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.7%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Weldon Stem High School Career Academies's ranking?
Weldon Stem High School Career Academies is ranked #1931 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Weldon Stem High School Career Academies?
The graduation rate of Weldon Stem High School Career Academies is 60-69%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Weldon Stem High School Career Academies?
145 students attend Weldon Stem High School Career Academies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Weldon Stem High School Career Academies students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Weldon Stem High School Career Academies?
Weldon Stem High School Career Academies has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Weldon Stem High School Career Academies offer ?
Weldon Stem High School Career Academies offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Weldon Stem High School Career Academies part of?
Weldon Stem High School Career Academies is part of Weldon City Schools.
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