Serving 673 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Salt Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 673 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Salt Lake Elementary School's student population of 673 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
673 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Salt Lake 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 Salt Lake Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#94 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
44%
26%
Hispanic
15%
18%
Black
2%
1%
White
1%
11%
Hawaiian
19%
26%
Two or more races
19%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Salt Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Salt Lake Elementary School is ranked #94 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Salt Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Salt Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aliamanu Elementary School, Red Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Salt Lake Elementary School?
673 students attend Salt Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Salt Lake Elementary School students are Asian, 19% of students are Hawaiian, 19% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Salt Lake Elementary School?
Salt Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Salt Lake Elementary School offer ?
Salt Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Salt Lake Elementary School part of?
Salt Lake Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day for Students and Q4 and Semester 2 (Events)
May 30, 2024 (Thursday)
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