Serving 347 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ala Wai Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ala Wai Elementary School's student population of 347 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
347 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Ala Wai 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 Ala Wai Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#198 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
26%
24%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
3%
11%
Hawaiian
39%
25%
Two or more races
21%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ala Wai Elementary School's ranking?
Ala Wai Elementary School is ranked #198 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Ala Wai Elementary School often compared to?
Ala Wai Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waikiki Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Ala Wai Elementary School?
347 students attend Ala Wai Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Ala Wai Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 26% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ala Wai Elementary School?
Ala Wai Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ala Wai Elementary School offer ?
Ala Wai Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ala Wai Elementary School part of?
Ala Wai Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Ala Wai Elementary School located?
Ala Wai Elementary School is located in the McCully Moiliili neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 3 other public schools located in McCully Moiliili.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Kamehameha Holiday - School Closed
June 11, 2025 (Wednesday)
4th July Holiday-School Closed
July 04, 2025 (Friday)
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