Serving 485 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Aikahi 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 58% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Aikahi Elementary School serves the northwest part of Kailua, HI, covering an area of approximately 3.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aikahi Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Aikahi Elementary School's student population of 485 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
485 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Motto
Growth. Achievement. Character.
School Rankings
Aikahi 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 Aikahi 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
#38 out of 292 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
24%
Hispanic
18%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
43%
11%
Hawaiian
8%
25%
Two or more races
27%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aikahi Elementary School's ranking?
Aikahi Elementary School is ranked #38 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Aikahi Elementary School often compared to?
Aikahi Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kainalu Elementary School, Mokapu Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Aikahi Elementary School?
485 students attend Aikahi Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Aikahi Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Two or more races, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aikahi Elementary School?
Aikahi Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Aikahi Elementary School offer ?
Aikahi Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Aikahi Elementary School part of?
Aikahi Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Calendar
View the Aikahi Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
October 5-9: Fall Break***
October 05, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break (No School)
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day for Students & Second Semester Ends**
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
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