Serving 424 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wendell Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wendell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Wendell Elementary School's student population of 424 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
424 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Wendell Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wendell Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2055 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)35%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
25%
21%
Black
32%
25%
White
33%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wendell Elementary School's ranking?
Wendell Elementary School is ranked #2055 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Wendell Elementary School often compared to?
Wendell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carver Elementary School, Lake Myra Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Wendell Elementary School?
424 students attend Wendell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Wendell Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wendell Elementary School?
Wendell Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wendell Elementary School offer ?
Wendell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wendell Elementary School part of?
Wendell Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
We love Wendell Elementary! I have 2 children there and they both are treated so amazingly there! The teachers are extremely patient with all the kids. The teachers also communicate amazingly with parents. The music and arts program is great! My children love WES!
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