For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 7,762 students in 27591, NC (there are 2 private schools, serving 4 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 27591, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 27591, NC are Corinth Holders High School, Cardinal Charter At Wendell Falls and East Wake High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27591 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 27591, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 27591, NC Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Corinth Holders High School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6875 Applewhite Rd
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 365-4306
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 365-4306
Grades: 9-12
| 2,140 students
Rank: #22.
Cardinal Charter At Wendell Falls
Charter School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6041 Taylor Rd.
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 752-8870
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 752-8870
Grades: K-7
| 714 students
Rank: #33.
East Wake High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5101 Rolesville Rd
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 365-2625
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 365-2625
Grades: 9-12
| 1,508 students
Rank: #44.
Archer Lodge Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
762 Wendell Rd
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 553-0714
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 553-0714
Grades: 6-8
| 1,227 students
Rank: #55.
Wendell Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3355 Wendell Blvd
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 365-2660
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 365-2660
Grades: K-5
| 433 students
Rank: #66.
Wendell Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3409 Nc Highway 97
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 365-1667
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 365-1667
Grades: 6-8
| 730 students
Rank: #77.
Lake Myra Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Elk Falls Rd
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 365-8990
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 365-8990
Grades: PK-5
| 576 students
Rank: #88.
Carver Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | 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
Grades: PK-5
| 434 students
27591, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
5101 Rolesville Road
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 365-2642
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 365-2642
Grades: 9-12
| 374 students
5101 Rolesville Road
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 365-2629
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 365-2629
Grades: 9-12
| 372 students
5101 Rolesville Road
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 365-2652
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 365-2652
Grades: 9-12
| 371 students
5101 Rolesville Road
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 365-2657
Wendell, NC 27591
(919) 365-2657
Grades: 9-12
| 325 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 27591, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 27591, NC include Corinth Holders High School, Cardinal Charter At Wendell Falls and East Wake High School.
How many public schools are located in 27591, NC?
8 public schools are located in 27591, NC.
What percentage of students in 27591, NC go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 27591, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 27591, NC?
27591, NC public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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