Serving 2,105 students in grades 9-12, Wakefield High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,105 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wakefield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Wakefield High School's student population of 2,105 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 109 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,105 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
109 teachers
School Rankings
Wakefield High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wakefield High School is 0.68, which is less 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
#480 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
19%
21%
Black
27%
25%
White
46%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Wakefield High School's ranking?
Wakefield High School is ranked #480 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Wakefield High School often compared to?
Wakefield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heritage High School, Wake Forest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wakefield High School?
The graduation rate of Wakefield High School is 93%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Wakefield High School?
2,105 students attend Wakefield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Wakefield High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wakefield High School?
Wakefield High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wakefield High School offer ?
Wakefield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wakefield High School part of?
Wakefield High School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Wakefield High School located?
Wakefield High School is located in the North Raleigh neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. There are 17 other public schools located in North Raleigh.
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