For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 8,172 students in Wendell, NC (there are 2 private schools, serving 4 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in Wendell, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in Wendell, NC are Corinth Holders High School, Archer Lodge Middle School and East Wake High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wendell, NC public schools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in Wendell have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Wendell, NC (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Corinth Holders High School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6875 Applewhite Rd
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 365-4306
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 365-4306
Gr: 9-12 | 2,187 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Archer Lodge Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
762 Wendell Rd
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 553-0714
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 553-0714
Gr: 6-8 | 1,204 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
East Wake High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5101 Rolesville Rd
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 365-2625
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 365-2625
Gr: 9-12 | 1,777 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #44.
Cardinal Charter Academy At Wendell Falls
Charter School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6041 Taylor Rd.
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 752-8870
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 752-8870
Gr: K-8 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 57:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #55.
Lake Myra Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Elk Falls Rd
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 365-8990
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 365-8990
Gr: PK-5 | 722 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #66.
Wendell Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3409 Nc Highway 97
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 365-1667
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 365-1667
Gr: 6-8 | 762 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #77.
Carver Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
291 Liles-dean Rd
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 365-2680
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 365-2680
Gr: PK-5 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #88.
Wendell Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3355 Wendell Blvd
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 365-2660
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 365-2660
Gr: K-5 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Wendell, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in Wendell, NC include Corinth Holders High School, Archer Lodge Middle School and East Wake High School.
How many public schools are located in Wendell?
8 public schools are located in Wendell.
What percentage of students in Wendell go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in Wendell are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in Wendell?
Wendell public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public schools in Wendell are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Wendell include: Carver Elementary School vs. Wendell Elementary School, Wendell Elementary School vs. Carver Elementary School, Lake Myra Elementary School vs. Wendell Elementary School
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