Chiefess Kapiolani Elementary School vs Hilo Union Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Hawaii, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chiefess Kapiolani Elementary School
Hilo · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
354 students
Hilo Union Elementary School
Hilo · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
449 students
| Measure | Chiefess Kapiolani Elementary School Hilo, Hawaii | Hilo Union Elementary School Hilo, Hawaii |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #137 of 182 | #138 of 182 |
| National rank | #31574 of 50,301 | #31658 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 354 | 449 |
| Enrollment | 354 | 449 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65% | 68.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 33% |
| city | Hilo | Hilo |
| state | Hawaii | Hawaii |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (40.5 vs 40.4).
- •Chiefess Kapiolani Elementary School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 33%).
- •Chiefess Kapiolani Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 41%).
- •Chiefess Kapiolani Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65% vs 68.4%).
- •Hilo Union Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 14.2).
- •Hilo Union Elementary School is the larger school with 449 students compared with 354.
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 Kapiolani Elementary School better than Hilo Union Elementary School?
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 Chiefess Kapiolani Elementary School and Hilo Union Elementary School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Hilo and Hilo in Hawaii.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chiefess Kapiolani Elementary School: 354. Hilo Union Elementary School: 449. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chiefess Kapiolani Elementary School and Hilo Union Elementary School rank in Hawaii?
Chiefess Kapiolani Elementary School is 137th of 182 and Hilo Union Elementary School is 138th of 182 among elementary schools in Hawaii on the 2025 Success Index (US).