Best Schools in Wendell, North Carolina
8 schools · 4 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High
Choosing a school in Wendell?
Use this page to compare every school in Wendell by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Archer Lodge Middle
Middle · Johnston County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Corinth Holders High
High · Johnston County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
East Wake High
High · Wake County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Wendell for 2026 are Archer Lodge Middle (6.5/10), Corinth Holders High (6.4/10), and East Wake High (6.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
8
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$288,100
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
8
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$288,100
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Rates 6.5/10 despite 100% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 0.9 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Wendell schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Wendell
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 8). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Archer Lodge Middle | 6.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Corinth Holders High | 6.4 / 10 |
| 3 | East Wake High | 6.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Cardinal Charter Acad at Wendell Falls | 6.2 / 10 |
| 5 | Carver Elementary | 5.3 / 10 |
| 6 | Lake Myra Elementary | 5.3 / 10 |
| 7 | Wendell Elementary | 5.1 / 10 |
| 8 | Wendell Middle | 4.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $76,710
- Median home value
- $288,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 31%
- Avg commute
- 31 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 76%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Wendell compares
North Carolina rank
#187 of 253
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.5
below North Carolina avg (6.2)
Median household income
$77k
113% of North Carolina median
Schools in this city
8
About Schools in Wendell, North Carolina
Wendell, North Carolina is home to 8 schools, including 8 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Wendell show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Wendell is Archer Lodge Middle with a composite score of 6.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Wendell is served by 3 school districts: Cardinal Charter Acad at Wendell Falls, Johnston County Public Schools, Wake County Schools. These districts collectively serve 199,397 students.
Wendell's community shows 31% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $76,710. The poverty rate in the area is 6.4%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 627 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.2 |
| 2 | 454 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.3 |
| 3 | 672 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.3 |
| 4 | 424 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.1 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,223 students · 6th–8th | 6.5 |
| 2 | 711 students · 6th–8th | 4.4 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,270 students · 9th–12th | 6.4 |
| 2 | 1,708 students · 9th–12th | 6.4 |
Schools in Wendell
Wendell, North Carolina · 8 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$76,710
Median Home Value
$288,100
Median Rent
$1,280/mo
Population
26,745
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Community Profile
Wendell has a median household income of $76,710. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $288,100, with a median rent of $1,280/month. The local poverty rate of 6.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- North Carolina
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 2
Resources
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Wendell, North Carolina
How many schools are in Wendell, North Carolina?
Wendell has 8 schools, including 8 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Wendell, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Wendell is 5.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Wendell, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Wendell on MySchoolScout is Archer Lodge Middle with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Wendell, North Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Wendell on MySchoolScout is Cardinal Charter Acad at Wendell Falls with a composite score of 6.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Wendell, North Carolina?
The top-ranked middle school in Wendell on MySchoolScout is Archer Lodge Middle with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best high school in Wendell, North Carolina?
The top-ranked high school in Wendell on MySchoolScout is Corinth Holders High with a composite score of 6.4/10.
How many school districts serve Wendell, North Carolina?
Wendell is served by 3 school districts: Cardinal Charter Acad at Wendell Falls, Johnston County Public Schools, Wake County Schools.
What is the education level in Wendell, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 31% of adults in Wendell have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Wendell, North Carolina?
The median household income in Wendell is approximately $76,710 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Wendell, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Wendell is 17.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Wendell, North Carolina?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, North Carolina Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.