Serving 336 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Haiku 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower 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 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Haiku Elementary School serves the northern part of Haiku, HI, covering an area of approximately 26.3 square miles. Most families live within a typical 10-12 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 4.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Haiku Elementary School's student population of 336 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
336 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Motto
We are Growing Together as Lifelong Learners.
School Rankings
Haiku 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 Haiku Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#157 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
24%
Hispanic
22%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
45%
11%
Hawaiian
13%
25%
Two or more races
19%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)67.6%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Haiku Elementary School's ranking?
Haiku Elementary School is ranked #157 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Haiku Elementary School often compared to?
Haiku Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Makawao Elementary School, Hana High & Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Haiku Elementary School?
336 students attend Haiku Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Haiku Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Haiku Elementary School?
Haiku Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Haiku Elementary School offer ?
Haiku Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Haiku Elementary School part of?
Haiku Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Calendar
View the Haiku Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
NO SCHOOL ~ Fall Break (Office Open)
October 05, 2026 (Monday)
NO SCHOOL ~ Thanksgiving Break (Office Open)
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
First Day of Winter
December 21, 2026 (Monday)
NO SCHOOL ~ Spring Break (Office Open)
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
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