Hāna High and Elementary School is a public school in Hana, Hawaii. A part of the Hawaii Department of Education, it was established in 1912 and serves kindergarten through twelfth grade. The campus boasts an untitled 1977 copper and bronze sculpture by Bumpei Akaji.
Serving 368 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Hana High & 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in HI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hana High & Elementary School serves the northeast part of Hana, HI, covering an area of approximately 180.5 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 18.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hana High & Elementary School's student population of 368 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
368 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1912
School Rankings
Hana High & 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 Hana High & Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#268 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
24%
Hispanic
16%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
8%
11%
Hawaiian
67%
25%
Two or more races
8%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hana High & Elementary School's ranking?
Hana High & Elementary School is ranked #268 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Hana High & Elementary School often compared to?
Hana High & Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Haiku Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hana High & Elementary School?
The graduation rate of Hana High & Elementary School is 80%, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 86%.
How many students attend Hana High & Elementary School?
368 students attend Hana High & Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Hana High & Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hana High & Elementary School?
Hana High & Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hana High & Elementary School offer ?
Hana High & Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hana High & Elementary School part of?
Hana High & Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Hana High & Elementary School located?
Hana High & Elementary School is located in the Haiku neighborhood of Hana, HI.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Spring Break
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
Students' Last Day
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
Teachers' Last Day
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
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