Serving 280 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hokulani Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher 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 92% 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: 280 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Hokulani Elementary School serves the northwest part of Honolulu, HI, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families within this zone typically face a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge located about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hokulani Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hokulani Elementary School's student population of 280 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
280 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
Average Class Size
22 students
School Motto
Together we rise
School Rankings
Hokulani Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hokulani Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#14 out of 292 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
44%
24%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
2%
1%
White
8%
11%
Hawaiian
6%
25%
Two or more races
27%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hokulani Elementary School's ranking?
Hokulani Elementary School is ranked #14 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Hokulani Elementary School often compared to?
Hokulani Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Noelani Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Hokulani Elementary School?
280 students attend Hokulani Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Hokulani Elementary School students are Asian, 27% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 6% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hokulani Elementary School?
Hokulani Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hokulani Elementary School offer ?
Hokulani Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hokulani Elementary School part of?
Hokulani Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Hokulani Elementary School located?
Hokulani Elementary School is located in the Diamond Head And Kapahulu And St Louis Heights neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 3 other public schools located in Diamond Head And Kapahulu And St Louis Heights.
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