Serving 218 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Hanalei Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 50-54% (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 14:1 is equal to the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hanalei Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Hanalei Elementary School's student population of 218 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
218 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hanalei Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hanalei Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#31 out of 292 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
26%
Hispanic
10%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
50%
11%
Hawaiian
11%
26%
Two or more races
27%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hanalei Elementary School's ranking?
Hanalei Elementary School is ranked #31 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Hanalei Elementary School often compared to?
Hanalei Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kilauea Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 Hanalei Elementary School?
218 students attend Hanalei Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Hanalei Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hawaiian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hanalei Elementary School?
Hanalei Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hanalei Elementary School offer ?
Hanalei Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Hanalei Elementary School part of?
Hanalei Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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