Serving 129 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Kaaawa Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 129 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kaaawa Elementary School serves the northwest part of Kaaawa, HI, covering an area of approximately 15.9 square miles. Families in this zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 4.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kaaawa Elementary School's student population of 129 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
129 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
1904
School Calendar
School Motto
At Ka`a`awa we are an ohana of leaders.
School Rankings
Kaaawa 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 Kaaawa Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#160 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
24%
Hispanic
24%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
13%
11%
Hawaiian
39%
25%
Two or more races
21%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.9%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kaaawa Elementary School's ranking?
Kaaawa Elementary School is ranked #160 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Kaaawa Elementary School?
129 students attend Kaaawa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Kaaawa Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 24% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are White, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kaaawa Elementary School?
Kaaawa Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kaaawa Elementary School offer ?
Kaaawa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kaaawa Elementary School part of?
Kaaawa Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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