Serving 367 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Eleele 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 49% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Eleele Elementary School serves the northwest part of its district in Eleele, HI, covering an area of approximately 28.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 12.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eleele Elementary School's student population of 367 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
367 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
'Working together for our children's future.'
School Rankings
Eleele 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 Eleele Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#138 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
30%
24%
Hispanic
16%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
2%
11%
Hawaiian
22%
25%
Two or more races
30%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.2%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eleele Elementary School's ranking?
Eleele Elementary School is ranked #138 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Eleele Elementary School often compared to?
Eleele Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kalaheo Elementary School, Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Eleele Elementary School?
367 students attend Eleele Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Eleele Elementary School students are Asian, 30% of students are Two or more races, 22% of students are Hawaiian, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eleele Elementary School?
Eleele Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eleele Elementary School offer ?
Eleele Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eleele Elementary School part of?
Eleele Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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