Serving 435 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Helemano Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 435 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Helemano Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Helemano Elementary School's student population of 435 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
435 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Helemano Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Helemano Elementary School is 0.78, 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
#71 out of 292 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
31%
24%
Hispanic
20%
19%
Black
2%
1%
White
8%
11%
Hawaiian
13%
25%
Two or more races
26%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Helemano Elementary School's ranking?
Helemano Elementary School is ranked #71 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Helemano Elementary School often compared to?
Helemano Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Iliahi Elementary School, Daniel K Inouye Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Helemano Elementary School?
435 students attend Helemano Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Helemano Elementary School students are Asian, 26% of students are Two or more races, 20% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Hawaiian, 8% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Helemano Elementary School?
Helemano Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Helemano Elementary School offer ?
Helemano Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Helemano Elementary School part of?
Helemano Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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