Kapolei Middle School vs Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Hawaii, United States, 17 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kapolei Middle School
Kapolei · Public middle · Grades 6–8
727 students
Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School
Wahiawa · Public middle · Grades 6–8
729 students
| Measure | Kapolei Middle School Kapolei, Hawaii | Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School Wahiawa, Hawaii |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #14 of 42 | #5 of 42 |
| National rank | #5654 of 15,369 | #2143 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 727 | 729 |
| Enrollment | 727 | 729 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.6% | 38.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 66% |
| city | Kapolei | Wahiawa |
| state | Hawaii | Hawaii |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.2 vs 59.2).
- •Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School does better on math proficiency (66% vs 39%).
- •Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 54%).
- •Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.8% vs 39.6%).
- •Kapolei Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 15.8).
- •Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School is the larger school with 729 students compared with 727.
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 Kapolei Middle School better than Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School ranks higher (76.2 vs 59.2 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 Kapolei Middle School and Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School?
About 17 km in a straight line, between Kapolei and Wahiawa in Hawaii.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kapolei Middle School: 727. Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School: 729. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kapolei Middle School and Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School rank in Hawaii?
Kapolei Middle School is 14th of 42 and Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School is 5th of 42 among middle schools in Hawaii on the 2025 Success Index (US).