Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School vs King Kaumualii Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Hawaii, United States, 5.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School
Lihue · Public middle · Grades 6–8
826 students
King Kaumualii Elementary School
Lihue · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
524 students
| Measure | Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School Lihue, Hawaii | King Kaumualii Elementary School Lihue, Hawaii |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #18 of 42 | #82 of 182 |
| National rank | #6556 of 15,369 | #18582 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 826 | 524 |
| Enrollment | 826 | 524 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51% | 51.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 48% |
| city | Lihue | Lihue |
| state | Hawaii | Hawaii |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •King Kaumualii Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.4 vs 55.0).
- •King Kaumualii Elementary School does better on math proficiency (48% vs 43%).
- •King Kaumualii Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 52%).
- •Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51% vs 51.5%).
- •King Kaumualii Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 14.0).
- •Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School is the larger school with 826 students compared with 524.
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 Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School better than King Kaumualii Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), King Kaumualii Elementary School ranks higher (59.4 vs 55.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School and King Kaumualii Elementary School?
About 5.0 km in a straight line, between Lihue and Lihue in Hawaii.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School: 826. King Kaumualii Elementary School: 524. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School and King Kaumualii Elementary School rank in Hawaii?
Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School is 18th of 42 and King Kaumualii Elementary School is 82nd of 182 among middle schools in Hawaii on the 2025 Success Index (US).