Serving 333 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, King Kamehameha Iii Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
King Kamehameha Iii Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
King Kamehameha Iii Elementary School's student population of 333 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
333 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
6 acres
School Motto
No Ka Pono O Nā Haumāna
School Rankings
King Kamehameha Iii Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of King Kamehameha Iii Elementary School is 0.80, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.80. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#113 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Asian
17%
24%
Hispanic
27%
19%
White
18%
11%
Hawaiian
20%
25%
Two or more races
18%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)75.7%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is King Kamehameha Iii Elementary School's ranking?
King Kamehameha Iii Elementary School is ranked #113 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are King Kamehameha Iii Elementary School often compared to?
King Kamehameha Iii Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Princess Nahienaena Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend King Kamehameha Iii Elementary School?
333 students attend King Kamehameha Iii Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of King Kamehameha Iii Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Hawaiian, 18% of students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, and 17% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of King Kamehameha Iii Elementary School?
King Kamehameha Iii Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does King Kamehameha Iii Elementary School offer ?
King Kamehameha Iii Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is King Kamehameha Iii Elementary School part of?
King Kamehameha Iii Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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