Middle Schools in Weldon City Schools

Weldon City Schools has only one middle school, Weldon Middle, which serves students in grades 6-8. The school's student population is predominantly African American (95.45%) and economically disadvantaged, with 98.3% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. Despite the school's high per-student spending and relatively small class sizes, Weldon Middle has consistently demonstrated very low academic performance, with proficiency rates well below the state averages across all subject areas and grade levels.

Weldon Middle's academic struggles are reflected in its low ranking, with the school placed between 728th and 758th out of 793 middle schools in North Carolina over the past three school years. The school has a 0-star rating from SchoolDigger, indicating it is among the lowest-performing schools in the state. This persistent underperformance suggests that the school is struggling to provide its students, who come from a high-poverty, racially concentrated community, with the necessary educational resources and support to achieve academic success.

The data analysis raises questions about the effective allocation and utilization of resources at Weldon City Schools, as the school's high per-student spending and low student-teacher ratio have not translated into improved student outcomes. Addressing the challenges faced by Weldon Middle will require a comprehensive approach that addresses the school's resource needs, teaching and learning practices, and the broader socioeconomic factors impacting the student population.