Weldon STEM High School Career Academies
120 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Weldon STEM High School Career Academies, located in Weldon, North Carolina, is a specialized educational institution focused on integrating rigorous science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) curriculum with practical, career-oriented training. By emphasizing hands-on learning and technical skill development, the school aims to bridge the gap between traditional classroom instruction and the demands of the modern workforce. The academy structure is designed to provide students with industry-relevant knowledge, helping them graduate with both a high school diploma and the competitive edge needed for post-secondary education or direct entry into specialized career fields.
Beyond its academic focus, the school serves as a central hub within the Weldon City Schools district, emphasizing local community development and student success. Through its targeted programming, the institution encourages innovation, critical thinking, and problem-solving, fostering an environment where students can explore their professional interests early on. By aligning its coursework with current technology and industry trends, Weldon STEM High School Career Academies works to ensure that its students are well-prepared to contribute to the economic growth of their community and beyond.
Beyond its academic focus, the school serves as a central hub within the Weldon City Schools district, emphasizing local community development and student success. Through its targeted programming, the institution encourages innovation, critical thinking, and problem-solving, fostering an environment where students can explore their professional interests early on. By aligning its coursework with current technology and industry trends, Weldon STEM High School Career Academies works to ensure that its students are well-prepared to contribute to the economic growth of their community and beyond.
120
Total Students
12.4
Full-Time Teachers
9.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
118.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Black | 116 |
| Two or More | 2 |
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Black116 (96.7 %)
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White2 (1.7 %)
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Two or More2 (1.7 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Weldon City Schools |
| Phone: | (252)536-4829 |
| Website: | http://s.weldoncityschools.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 120 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 12.4 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 9.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 142 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
28
Grade 10
33
Grade 11
33
Grade 12
26
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 28 |
| Grade 10 | 33 |
| Grade 11 | 33 |
| Grade 12 | 26 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 53 | 44.2% |
| Male | 67 | 55.8% |
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