Serving 273 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kahala Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher 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 89% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Kahala Elementary School serves the northwest part of Honolulu, HI, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 1 mile to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 1.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kahala Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kahala Elementary School's student population of 273 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
273 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kahala 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 Kahala 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
#30 out of 292 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
41%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
15%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
11%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
8%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
25%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.9%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kahala Elementary School's ranking?
Kahala Elementary School is ranked #30 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kahala Elementary School often compared to?
Kahala Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mayor John H Wilson Elementary School, Waialae Elementary - Pcs, Waikiki Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Kahala Elementary School?
273 students attend Kahala Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Kahala Elementary School students are Asian, 25% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 8% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kahala Elementary School?
Kahala Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kahala Elementary School offer ?
Kahala Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kahala Elementary School part of?
Kahala Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Kahala Elementary School located?
Kahala Elementary School is located in the Waialae Kahala neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 1 other public schools located in Waialae Kahala.
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