Jacob Wiens Elementary vs Whittier Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jacob Wiens Elementary
Hemet · Public elementary · Grades K–5
580 students
Whittier Elementary
Hemet · Public elementary · Grades K–5
816 students
| Measure | Jacob Wiens Elementary Hemet, California | Whittier Elementary Hemet, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5501 of 5,693 | #5566 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #49560 of 50,301 | #49762 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 580 | 816 |
| Enrollment | 580 | 816 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.4% | 92.5% |
| Students per teacher | 22.3 | 24.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 14% |
| city | Hemet | Hemet |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (9.6 vs 8.8).
- •Jacob Wiens Elementary does better on math proficiency (19% vs 14%).
- •Whittier Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (92.5% vs 96.4%).
- •Jacob Wiens Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.3 vs 24.7).
- •Whittier Elementary is the larger school with 816 students compared with 580.
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 Jacob Wiens Elementary better than Whittier 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 Jacob Wiens Elementary and Whittier Elementary?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Hemet and Hemet in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jacob Wiens Elementary: 580. Whittier Elementary: 816. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jacob Wiens Elementary and Whittier Elementary rank in California?
Jacob Wiens Elementary is 5501st of 5,693 and Whittier Elementary is 5566th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).