Serving 644 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Moanalua Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher 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-6
- Enrollment: 644 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moanalua Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Moanalua Elementary School's student population of 644 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
644 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Moanalua 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 Moanalua 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
#28 out of 292 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
45%
26%
Hispanic
12%
18%
Black
2%
1%
White
9%
11%
Hawaiian
7%
26%
Two or more races
25%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moanalua Elementary School's ranking?
Moanalua Elementary School is ranked #28 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Moanalua Elementary School often compared to?
Moanalua Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aliamanu Elementary School, Salt Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Moanalua Elementary School?
644 students attend Moanalua Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Moanalua Elementary School students are Asian, 25% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Moanalua Elementary School?
Moanalua Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Moanalua Elementary School offer ?
Moanalua Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Moanalua Elementary School part of?
Moanalua Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Moanalua Elementary School located?
Moanalua Elementary School is located in the Moanalua neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 3 other public schools located in Moanalua.
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