King Kekaulike High School vs Pukalani Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Hawaii, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
King Kekaulike High School
Pukalani · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,217 students
Pukalani Elementary School
Pukalani · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
455 students
| Measure | King Kekaulike High School Pukalani, Hawaii | Pukalani Elementary School Pukalani, Hawaii |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #16 of 41 | #49 of 182 |
| National rank | #7446 of 16,910 | #10334 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,217 | 455 |
| Enrollment | 1,217 | 455 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42.4% | 43.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 57% |
| city | Pukalani | Pukalani |
| state | Hawaii | Hawaii |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pukalani Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.4 vs 53.5).
- •Pukalani Elementary School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 28%).
- •Pukalani Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 66%).
- •King Kekaulike High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.4% vs 43.7%).
- •Pukalani Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 14.7).
- •King Kekaulike High School is the larger school with 1,217 students compared with 455.
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 King Kekaulike High School better than Pukalani Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Pukalani Elementary School ranks higher (71.4 vs 53.5 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 King Kekaulike High School and Pukalani Elementary School?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Pukalani and Pukalani in Hawaii.
Which has the better Enrollment?
King Kekaulike High School: 1,217. Pukalani Elementary School: 455. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do King Kekaulike High School and Pukalani Elementary School rank in Hawaii?
King Kekaulike High School is 16th of 41 and Pukalani Elementary School is 49th of 182 among high schools in Hawaii on the 2025 Success Index (US).