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Weldon Middle

Middle School · Weldon City Schools

4489 Highway 301, Halifax, NC 27839

Enrollment

130

Student-Teacher

8.1:1

Score

6.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#1,527 of 2,648

In Halifax

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Weldon City Schools

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Weldon Middle

6.0/10

Middle School in Halifax · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Weldon Stem High School Career Academies

6.9/10

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Weldon Elementary Global Academy

3.8/10

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About Weldon Middle

Weldon Middle is a public middle school in Halifax, NC, part of Weldon City Schools. Weldon Middle serves approximately 130 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Weldon Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,527 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Weldon Middle show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with NC schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • NC avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

At 130 students, Weldon Middle is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at Weldon Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

At 8.1:1 students to teachers, Weldon Middle sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.54 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.2Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32.6% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32.8% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg-24.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.4 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected-14.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,869
Chronic Absenteeism57.7%

Weldon Middle — Students at Weldon Middle score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

97.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 25.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.9% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 27.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 NC)

Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
63%
ELA
44%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
46%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
49%
2012
Math
7%
ELA
12%
2013
Math
12%
ELA
15%
2014
Math
10%
ELA
16%
2015
Math
15%
ELA
15%
2016
Math
19%
ELA
25%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
24%
2018
Math
7.5%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
7.5%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
14.9%
ELA
27.1%
2025
Math
32.4%
ELA
32.8%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.

How Weldon Middle Compares

See how Weldon Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
42th percentile in NC
Academic
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
98%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
57.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4489 Highway 301, Halifax, NC 27839

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Weldon Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Chaloner Middle School (rated 5.8/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Roanoke Rapids), with a very similar rating. Additionally, William R Davie Middle S.T.E.M. Academy (rated 4.3/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Roanoke Rapids), a more accessible option. For more schools in Halifax, see our Halifax schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Weldon STEM High School Career Academies Weldon 3.2 mi 6.9
Weldon Elementary Global Academy Weldon 3.7 mi 3.8
Halifax County Early College High Weldon 4.4 mi 6.4
Northampton Early College Weldon 4.4 mi 8.2
Roanoke Valley Early College Weldon 4.4 mi 7.4
HALIFAX ACADEMY Roanoke Rapids 4.9 mi 5.0
KIPP Halifax College Preparatory Halifax 5.0 mi 5.2
Manning Elementary School Roanoke Rapids 6.4 mi 5.9
Chaloner Middle School Roanoke Rapids 6.3 mi 5.8
Roanoke Rapids Early College High Roanoke Rapids 7.1 mi 5.9
Roanoke Rapids High School Roanoke Rapids 7.2 mi 3.3
Belmont Elementary School Roanoke Rapids 8.1 mi 6.1
KIPP Gaston College Preparatory Gaston 9.8 mi 4.7
Gaston STEM Leadership Academy Gaston 10.2 mi 6.2
Southeast Halifax Collegiate Prep Academ Halifax 10.5 mi 7.0
Northampton County High School Gaston 10.5 mi 2.7
Central Elementary Jackson 9.4 mi 5.0
Northampton Virtual Academy Jackson 9.4 mi
Everetts Elementary S.T.E.M. Academy Roanoke Rapids 10.1 mi 4.9
William R Davie Middle S.T.E.M. Academy Roanoke Rapids 10.1 mi 4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27839 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,818

Median Home Value

$94,400

Median Rent

$867/mo

Population

3,595

College Educated

12%

Homeownership

71.9%

Poverty Rate

16.5%

Median Age

46.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Weldon Middle

What grades does Weldon Middle serve?

Weldon Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Weldon Middle?

Weldon Middle has an enrollment of approximately 130 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Weldon Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Weldon Middle is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Weldon Middle rank in NC?

Weldon Middle ranks #1,527 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Weldon Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Weldon Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Weldon Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Weldon Middle has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Weldon Middle a charter school?

No, Weldon Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Weldon Middle a Title I school?

No, Weldon Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Weldon Middle?

97.7% of students at Weldon Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
130
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
97.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Halifax County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
57.7%

District

Weldon City Schools
District Enrollment
706
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,869
District Rank
#3 of 4

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