Serving 483 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Helemano Elementary School ranks in the top 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 35% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower 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-5
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Helemano Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Helemano Elementary School's student population of 483 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
483 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Helemano 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 Helemano Elementary School is 0.79, 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
#125 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
33%
26%
Hispanic
20%
18%
Black
5%
1%
White
9%
11%
Hawaiian
11%
26%
Two or more races
22%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Helemano Elementary School's ranking?
Helemano Elementary School is ranked #125 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Helemano Elementary School often compared to?
Helemano Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Iliahi Elementary School, Daniel K Inouye Elementary School, Wahiawa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Helemano Elementary School?
483 students attend Helemano Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Helemano Elementary School students are Asian, 22% of students are Two or more races, 20% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Hawaiian, 9% of students are White, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Helemano Elementary School?
Helemano Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Helemano Elementary School offer ?
Helemano Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Helemano Elementary School part of?
Helemano Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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Date
Last Day for Students
May 30, 2024 (Thursday)
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