If a guy didn't respond to my first text, should I text again?

Two days ago I got this guy's number, by asking him. He smiled at me and made eye contact and gave it to me, and he seemed interested in texting me. I told him during the conversation that I would text him that afternoon, which I did at around 4 pm. I said "hey it's _______ from school. " so there wouldn't be any of the "who is this" thing. Well it says it got to him, but I don't know if he read that because you can turn that off on iPhones. It's the correct number, because I confirmed it with a friend. Well it's been two days, and he hasn't responded! And he said he wasn't doing anything this weekend.
I only have two theories as to why he hasn't responded:
- He got his phone taken away
- He typed a response and forgot to send it
But since it's been two days, do you think I could send a "hey, how's your weekend?" or something like that? We've never texted before, and we're in 8th grade. And I did say I wanted his number to be friends with him, if that makes a difference. (even though I like him I want to become friends first)
Also, he seemed interested, genuinely so I'm not sure why he wouldn't respond. And why would he give me his number if he wouldn't bother to respond?
I just need answers, thank you.

Yes I think you should but if he doesn't respond this time don't text him anymore

Just ask him "You there?" once more, if he doesn't respond it might be many things but don't worry, just talk to him in person tomorrow.

Yes but if he doesn't reply then forget about him

I think the dorky thing is here is that you should have spent some time speaking to him in person so that he feels the reason why texting you would be a good thing. Also having a guy's number is no guarantee of anything. Try to imagine what is in his head. Has he shown signs of liking you? Does he like someone else possibly? He likely has seen past the 'I just want to be friends' statement. He is probably wondering how to handle the situation. And as he knows texting a girl is flirting, he won't flirt if he doesn't actually like you.

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