Waikoloa Elementary and Middle School vs Waimea Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Hawaii, United States, 15 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Waikoloa Elementary and Middle School
Waikoloa · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
732 students
Waimea Elementary School
Kamuela · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
474 students
| Measure | Waikoloa Elementary and Middle School Waikoloa, Hawaii | Waimea Elementary School Kamuela, Hawaii |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #115 of 182 | #153 of 182 |
| National rank | #25534 of 50,301 | #34920 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 732 | 474 |
| Enrollment | 732 | 474 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.5% | 54% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 32% |
| city | Waikoloa | Kamuela |
| state | Hawaii | Hawaii |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Waikoloa Elementary and Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.5 vs 35.6).
- •Waikoloa Elementary and Middle School does better on math proficiency (34% vs 32%).
- •Waikoloa Elementary and Middle School does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 32%).
- •Waikoloa Elementary and Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.5% vs 54%).
- •Waikoloa Elementary and Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 14.4).
- •Waikoloa Elementary and Middle School is the larger school with 732 students compared with 474.
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 Waikoloa Elementary and Middle School better than Waimea Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Waikoloa Elementary and Middle School ranks higher (49.5 vs 35.6 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 Waikoloa Elementary and Middle School and Waimea Elementary School?
About 15 km in a straight line, between Waikoloa and Kamuela in Hawaii.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Waikoloa Elementary and Middle School: 732. Waimea Elementary School: 474. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Waikoloa Elementary and Middle School and Waimea Elementary School rank in Hawaii?
Waikoloa Elementary and Middle School is 115th of 182 and Waimea Elementary School is 153rd of 182 among elementary schools in Hawaii on the 2025 Success Index (US).