Serving 145 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Honaunau 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (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 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 145 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Honaunau Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Honaunau Elementary School's student population of 145 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
145 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Honaunau 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 Honaunau 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
#238 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
24%
Hispanic
42%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
10%
11%
Hawaiian
29%
25%
Two or more races
16%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Honaunau Elementary School's ranking?
Honaunau Elementary School is ranked #238 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Honaunau Elementary School often compared to?
Honaunau Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hookena Elementary School, Konawaena Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Honaunau Elementary School?
145 students attend Honaunau Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Honaunau Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Hawaiian, 16% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are White, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Honaunau Elementary School?
Honaunau Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Honaunau Elementary School offer ?
Honaunau Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Honaunau Elementary School part of?
Honaunau Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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