Serving 313 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Iliahi Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Iliahi Elementary School serves the northwest part of Wahiawa, HI, encompassing an area of approximately 10.6 square miles. Families within this zone are typically about 10-12 minutes away from the school, with the furthest edge being around 6.3 miles from the campus.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Iliahi Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Iliahi Elementary School's student population of 313 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
313 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
E holomua na pua'o Iliahi or Go forward children of Iliahi School
School Rankings
Iliahi Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Iliahi Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#31 out of 292 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
17%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
22%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
32%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.6%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and yellow
School Mascot
Mighty Dragons
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Iliahi Elementary School's ranking?
Iliahi Elementary School is ranked #31 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Iliahi Elementary School often compared to?
Iliahi Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kaala Elementary School, Helemano Elementary School, Wahiawa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Iliahi Elementary School?
313 students attend Iliahi Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Iliahi Elementary School students are Two or more races, 27% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Hawaiian, 17% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Iliahi Elementary School?
Iliahi Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Iliahi Elementary School offer ?
Iliahi Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Iliahi Elementary School part of?
Iliahi Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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