Hookele Elementary School serves 825 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
Hookele Elementary School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 32%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 825 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hookele Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hookele Elementary School's student population of 825 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
825 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hookele Elementary School is ranked within the top 30% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Hookele Elementary School is 0.80, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.80. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#64 out of 292 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
24%
27%
Hispanic
21%
17%
Black
2%
1%
White
8%
11%
Hawaiian
22%
27%
Two or more races
23%
17%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hookele Elementary School's ranking?
Hookele Elementary School is ranked #64 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Hookele Elementary School often compared to?
Hookele Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kapolei Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Hookele Elementary School?
825 students attend Hookele Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
24% of Hookele Elementary School students are Asian, 23% of students are Two or more races, 22% of students are Hawaiian, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hookele Elementary School?
Hookele Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hookele Elementary School offer ?
Hookele Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hookele Elementary School part of?
Hookele Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Students' Last Day, Dismissal 12:50 pm
May 26, 2023 (Friday)
Last Day of School for Teachers
May 30, 2023 (Tuesday)
NO SCHOOL: Fall Break
October 09, 2023 (Monday)
NO SCHOOL: Spring Break
March 18, 2024 (Monday)
NO SCHOOL: Last Day for Students, 12:50PM Dismissal
May 30, 2024 (Thursday)
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