Cherokee Point Elementary vs Hawaiian Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 149 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cherokee Point Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
298 students
Hawaiian Elementary
Hawaiian Gardens · Public elementary · Grades K–6
298 students
| Measure | Cherokee Point Elementary San Diego, California | Hawaiian Elementary Hawaiian Gardens, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4620 of 5,693 | #4545 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #46104 of 50,301 | #45727 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 298 | 298 |
| Enrollment | 298 | 298 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.6% | 93.6% |
| Students per teacher | 24.8 | 18.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 23% |
| city | San Diego | Hawaiian Gardens |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (17.9 vs 18.6).
- •Cherokee Point Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 23%).
- •Hawaiian Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •Cherokee Point Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.6% vs 93.6%).
- •Hawaiian Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.6 vs 24.8).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Cherokee Point Elementary better than Hawaiian Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Cherokee Point Elementary and Hawaiian Elementary?
About 149 km in a straight line, between San Diego and Hawaiian Gardens in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cherokee Point Elementary: 298. Hawaiian Elementary: 298. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cherokee Point Elementary and Hawaiian Elementary rank in California?
Cherokee Point Elementary is 4620th of 5,693 and Hawaiian Elementary is 4545th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).