Serving 342 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kahala Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kahala Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Kahala Elementary School's student population of 342 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
342 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kahala Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kahala Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#23 out of 292 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
49%
26%
Hispanic
12%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
9%
11%
Hawaiian
7%
26%
Two or more races
23%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kahala Elementary School's ranking?
Kahala Elementary School is ranked #23 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kahala Elementary School often compared to?
Kahala Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waikiki Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Kahala Elementary School?
342 students attend Kahala Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Kahala Elementary School students are Asian, 23% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, and 7% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kahala Elementary School?
Kahala Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kahala Elementary School offer ?
Kahala Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kahala Elementary School part of?
Kahala Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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