8.0 avg / 10

Best Schools in Weldon, California

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 8.0/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 8.0/10
Median household income: $33,100
Median home value: $143,900
Bachelor's degree or higher: 7%
Owner-occupied homes: 82%

How Weldon compares

Median household income

$33k

33% of California median

About Schools in Weldon, California

Weldon, California is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 8.0 out of 10, schools in Weldon perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Weldon is South Fork Elementary with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Weldon is served by 1 school district: South Fork Union. These districts collectively serve 340 students.

Weldon's community shows 7% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $33,100. The poverty rate in the area is 35.0%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	South Fork Elementary 340 students · Kindergarten–8th	340	Kindergarten–8th	8.0

Schools in Weldon

Weldon, California · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$33,100

Median Home Value

$143,900

Median Rent

$1,007/mo

Population

2,129

College Educated

Homeownership

82%

Poverty Rate

35.0%

Community Profile

Weldon has a median household income of $33,100. It is a community where 7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $143,900, with a median rent of $1,007/month. The area has a poverty rate of 35.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: California
Total Schools: 1
Elementary: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 8.0/10

Resources

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School District

South Fork Union

1 school · 340 students

Nearby Cities

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Weldon, California

How many schools are in Weldon, California?

Weldon has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Weldon, California?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Weldon is 8.0 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Weldon, California?

The top-ranked school in Weldon on MySchoolScout is South Fork Elementary with a composite score of 8.0/10.

What is the best elementary school in Weldon, California?

The top-ranked elementary school in Weldon on MySchoolScout is South Fork Elementary with a composite score of 8.0/10.

How many school districts serve Weldon, California?

Weldon is served by 1 school district: South Fork Union.

What is the education level in Weldon, California?

According to Census data, 7% of adults in Weldon have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Weldon, California?

The median household income in Weldon is approximately $33,100 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Weldon, California?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Weldon is 17.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Weldon, California?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.