For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 4,208 students in 27591, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 27591, NC are Archer Lodge Middle School, Cardinal Charter Academy At Wendell Falls and Lake Myra Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 27591 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 27591, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27591, NC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
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: #33.
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: #44.
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: #55.
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: #66.
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 elementary schools in 27591, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 27591, NC include Archer Lodge Middle School, Cardinal Charter Academy At Wendell Falls and Lake Myra Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 27591?
6 public elementary schools are located in 27591.
What is the racial composition of students in 27591?
27591 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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