Serving 696 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 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 696 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- 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 696 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
696 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
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 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#61 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
4%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
6%
25%
White
65%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
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 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?
696 students attend Weddington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Weddington Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Weddington Elementary School?
Weddington Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Weddington Elementary School offer ?
Weddington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Weddington Elementary School part of?
Weddington Elementary School is part of Union County School District.
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