Wake County Public Schools
The Wake County Public School System (WCPSS) is consistently recognized as one of the top performing schools systems in the nation. For more information about the System, or for information on specific schools, please visit the WCPSS website.
- 156 schools (99 elementary, 30 middle, 23 high and 4 special/optional)
- 137,000+ students (Largest in North Carolina, 18th largest in the U.S.)
- 7,684 High School Graduates in 2008
- 91% of graduates plan to pursue some form of higher education
- Average SAT of 1562 (Versus 1486 - NC, and 1511 - US)