Serving 660 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kahakai 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 22% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 660 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kahakai Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Kahakai Elementary School's student population of 660 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
660 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kahakai 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 Kahakai Elementary School is 0.79, 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
#215 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
12%
26%
Hispanic
23%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
14%
11%
Hawaiian
31%
26%
Two or more races
19%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kahakai Elementary School's ranking?
Kahakai Elementary School is ranked #215 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kahakai Elementary School often compared to?
Kahakai Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kealakehe Elementary School, Holualoa Elementary School, Innovations - Pcs by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Kahakai Elementary School?
660 students attend Kahakai Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Kahakai Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kahakai Elementary School?
Kahakai Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kahakai Elementary School offer ?
Kahakai Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kahakai Elementary School part of?
Kahakai Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Reviews
5 7/15/2013
Just moved here from Mainland in April. We thought my child would be ahead of curriculum here after reading so many dismal comments about this school and the test scores... I was pleasantly surprised to find that she was behind! I feel Kahakai is an excellent school and the office staff are wonderful! My children attended the summer school program as well and it was a wonderful experience. We look forward to returning in the fall.
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