Serving 538 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kalihi Kai Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 538 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kalihi Kai Elementary School's student population of 538 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
538 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kalihi Kai Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kalihi Kai Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#162 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
70%
26%
Hispanic
4%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
n/a
11%
Hawaiian
18%
26%
Two or more races
8%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kalihi Kai Elementary School's ranking?
Kalihi Kai Elementary School is ranked #162 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kalihi Kai Elementary School often compared to?
Kalihi Kai Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Puuhale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Kalihi Kai Elementary School?
538 students attend Kalihi Kai Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Kalihi Kai Elementary School students are Asian, 18% of students are Hawaiian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kalihi Kai Elementary School?
Kalihi Kai Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kalihi Kai Elementary School offer ?
Kalihi Kai Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kalihi Kai Elementary School part of?
Kalihi Kai Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Kalihi Kai Elementary School located?
Kalihi Kai Elementary School is located in the Kalihi Palama neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 10 other public schools located in Kalihi Palama.
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