For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 230 students in Wade, NC.
The top-ranked public school in Wade, NC is District No 7 Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wade, NC public school have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in Wade have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Wade, NC (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
District No 7 Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5721 Smithfield Road
Wade, NC 28395
(910) 483-0001
Wade, NC 28395
(910) 483-0001
Gr: PK-5 | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Wade, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in Wade, NC include District No 7 Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Wade?
1 public schools are located in Wade.
What is the racial composition of students in Wade?
Wade public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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