Caldwell Elem vs Griffith Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kansas, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Caldwell Elem
Wichita · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
465 students
Griffith Elem
Wichita · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
370 students
| Measure | Caldwell Elem Wichita, Kansas | Griffith Elem Wichita, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #645 of 686 | #581 of 686 |
| National rank | #45997 of 50,301 | #40767 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 465 | 370 |
| Enrollment | 465 | 370 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.5% | 87.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 9% | 28% |
| city | Wichita | Wichita |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Griffith Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.4 vs 18.1).
- •Griffith Elem does better on math proficiency (28% vs 9%).
- •Griffith Elem does better on reading proficiency (25% vs 18%).
- •Griffith Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.6% vs 92.5%).
- •Caldwell Elem is the larger school with 465 students compared with 370.
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 Caldwell Elem better than Griffith Elem?
On the Success Index (US), Griffith Elem ranks higher (26.4 vs 18.1 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 Caldwell Elem and Griffith Elem?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Wichita and Wichita in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Caldwell Elem: 465. Griffith Elem: 370. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Caldwell Elem and Griffith Elem rank in Kansas?
Caldwell Elem is 645th of 686 and Griffith Elem is 581st of 686 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).