Paul B Cooper Elem vs White Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kansas, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Paul B Cooper Elem
Wichita · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
278 students
White Elem
Wichita · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
414 students
| Measure | Paul B Cooper Elem Wichita, Kansas | White Elem Wichita, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #558 of 686 | #628 of 686 |
| National rank | #39353 of 50,301 | #44700 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 278 | 414 |
| Enrollment | 278 | 414 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.5% | 84.8% |
| Students per teacher | 10.7 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 24% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 18% |
| city | Wichita | Wichita |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Paul B Cooper Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.8 vs 20.3).
- •Paul B Cooper Elem does better on math proficiency (32% vs 18%).
- •White Elem does better on reading proficiency (24% vs 22%).
- •Paul B Cooper Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.5% vs 84.8%).
- •Paul B Cooper Elem does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 13.8).
- •White Elem is the larger school with 414 students compared with 278.
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 Paul B Cooper Elem better than White Elem?
On the Success Index (US), Paul B Cooper Elem ranks higher (28.8 vs 20.3 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 Paul B Cooper Elem and White Elem?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Wichita and Wichita in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Paul B Cooper Elem: 278. White Elem: 414. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Paul B Cooper Elem and White Elem rank in Kansas?
Paul B Cooper Elem is 558th of 686 and White Elem is 628th of 686 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).