Kaala Elementary School vs Wahiawa Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Hawaii, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kaala Elementary School
Wahiawa · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
381 students
Wahiawa Elementary School
Wahiawa · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
429 students
| Measure | Kaala Elementary School Wahiawa, Hawaii | Wahiawa Elementary School Wahiawa, Hawaii |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #106 of 182 | #107 of 182 |
| National rank | #23111 of 50,301 | #23367 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 381 | 429 |
| Enrollment | 381 | 429 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.9% | 59.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 47% |
| city | Wahiawa | Wahiawa |
| state | Hawaii | Hawaii |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (52.9 vs 52.6).
- •Kaala Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •Wahiawa Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.4% vs 71.9%).
- •Kaala Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 12.6).
- •Wahiawa Elementary School is the larger school with 429 students compared with 381.
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 Kaala Elementary School better than Wahiawa 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 Kaala Elementary School and Wahiawa Elementary School?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Wahiawa and Wahiawa in Hawaii.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kaala Elementary School: 381. Wahiawa Elementary School: 429. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kaala Elementary School and Wahiawa Elementary School rank in Hawaii?
Kaala Elementary School is 106th of 182 and Wahiawa Elementary School is 107th of 182 among elementary schools in Hawaii on the 2025 Success Index (US).