Serving 554 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Admiral Chester W Nimitz 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 56% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 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 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Admiral Chester W Nimitz 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
Admiral Chester W Nimitz Elementary School's student population of 554 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
554 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Admiral Chester W Nimitz 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 Admiral Chester W Nimitz 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
#26 out of 292 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
26%
Hispanic
24%
18%
Black
8%
1%
White
45%
11%
Hawaiian
2%
26%
Two or more races
16%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
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 Admiral Chester W Nimitz Elementary School's ranking?
Admiral Chester W Nimitz Elementary School is ranked #26 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Admiral Chester W Nimitz Elementary School often compared to?
Admiral Chester W Nimitz Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aliamanu Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Admiral Chester W Nimitz Elementary School?
554 students attend Admiral Chester W Nimitz Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Admiral Chester W Nimitz Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Admiral Chester W Nimitz Elementary School?
Admiral Chester W Nimitz Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Admiral Chester W Nimitz Elementary School offer ?
Admiral Chester W Nimitz Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Admiral Chester W Nimitz Elementary School part of?
Admiral Chester W Nimitz Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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