Serving 1,226 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ewa 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 47% (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 19:1 is higher than 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 Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,226 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ewa Elementary School serves the northwest part of Ewa Beach, HI, covering an area of approximately 5.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ewa Elementary School's student population of 1,226 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,226 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The Ewa Way
School Rankings
Ewa 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 Ewa Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#144 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
29%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
18%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
28%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.7%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ewa Elementary School's ranking?
Ewa Elementary School is ranked #144 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Ewa Elementary School often compared to?
Ewa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Keoneula Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% 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 Ewa Elementary School?
1,226 students attend Ewa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Ewa Elementary School students are Asian, 28% of students are Two or more races, 21% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ewa Elementary School?
Ewa Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ewa Elementary School offer ?
Ewa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ewa Elementary School part of?
Ewa Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Ewa Elementary School located?
Ewa Elementary School is located in the Ewa neighborhood of Ewa Beach, HI. There are 10 other public schools located in Ewa.
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