Serving 1,107 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Holomua Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 93% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 1,107 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Holomua Elementary School serves the northwest part of Ewa Beach, HI, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with distances from the school to the edge of the attendance zone averaging 1.4 miles, and reaching up to 2.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Holomua Elementary School's student population of 1,107 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,107 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Holomua 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 Holomua 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
#71 out of 292 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
37%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
14%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
22%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.2%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-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 Holomua Elementary School's ranking?
Holomua Elementary School is ranked #71 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Holomua Elementary School often compared to?
Holomua 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?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Holomua Elementary School?
1,107 students attend Holomua Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Holomua Elementary School students are Asian, 22% of students are Two or more races, 18% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Hawaiian, 7% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holomua Elementary School?
Holomua Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Holomua Elementary School offer ?
Holomua Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holomua Elementary School part of?
Holomua Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Holomua Elementary School located?
Holomua Elementary School is located in the Ewa neighborhood of Ewa Beach, HI. There are 10 other public schools located in Ewa.
School Reviews
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