Overview

Wakelon Elementary is a public school in Zebulon, NC, offering a Gifted & Talented program. It is one of 121 elementary schools in Wake County School District.
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School Rating

Wakelon Elementary is performing below average compared to public and charter schools in North Carolina with the same grade levels.
4/10
GreatSchools Rating

Rating Factors

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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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Courses & Programs

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STUDENT LIFE

Student Demographics

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Teachers & Staff

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About the School

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6 Reviews
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Neighborhood

8921 Pippin Road
Zebulon, NC 27597
School leader: Ms Dena Nealy
(919) 404-3844
(919) 404-3766
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