Serving 1,250 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 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,250 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science 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 1,250 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,250 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thomas E. Weightman Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 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
#1623 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
33%
37%
Black
15%
21%
White
41%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #1623 out of 3,704 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?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Thomas E. Weightman Middle School?
1,250 students attend Thomas E. Weightman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Thomas E. Weightman Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas E. Weightman Middle School?
Thomas E. Weightman Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
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.
In what neighborhood is Thomas E. Weightman Middle School located?
Thomas E. Weightman Middle School is located in the Wesley Chapel South neighborhood of Wesley Chapel, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Wesley Chapel South.
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