Serving 249 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Kahaluu Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kahaluu Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Kahaluu Elementary School's student population of 249 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
249 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Motto
ROOTED IN ALOHA…we will nurture student growth through effective instruction, positive relationships, and high expectations for all.
School Rankings
Kahaluu Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kahaluu Elementary School is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.80. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#224 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Asian
5%
24%
Hispanic
32%
19%
White
3%
11%
Hawaiian
39%
25%
Two or more races
21%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.8%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kahaluu Elementary School's ranking?
Kahaluu Elementary School is ranked #224 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kahaluu Elementary School often compared to?
Kahaluu Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Castle High School, Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Kahaluu Elementary School?
249 students attend Kahaluu Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Kahaluu Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 32% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kahaluu Elementary School?
Kahaluu Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kahaluu Elementary School offer ?
Kahaluu Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kahaluu Elementary School part of?
Kahaluu Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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