Serving 446 students in grades Kindergarten-12, University Laboratory 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 55% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in HI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University Laboratory School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
University Laboratory School's student population of 446 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
446 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
University Laboratory 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 University Laboratory School is 0.60, 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
#54 out of 292 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
60%
24%
Hispanic
3%
19%
Black
2%
1%
White
15%
11%
Hawaiian
15%
25%
Two or more races
4%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University Laboratory School's ranking?
University Laboratory School is ranked #54 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are University Laboratory School often compared to?
University Laboratory Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Voyager - A Public Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
What is the graduation rate of University Laboratory School?
The graduation rate of University Laboratory School is 90%, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 86%.
How many students attend University Laboratory School?
446 students attend University Laboratory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of University Laboratory School students are Asian, 15% of students are White, 15% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of University Laboratory School?
University Laboratory School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does University Laboratory School offer ?
University Laboratory School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is University Laboratory School part of?
University Laboratory School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is University Laboratory School located?
University Laboratory School is located in the Manoa neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 3 other public schools located in Manoa.
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