Serving 339 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Kahuku 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kahuku Elementary School serves the northwest part of Kahuku, HI, covering an attendance zone of approximately 11.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.8 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kahuku Elementary School's student population of 339 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
339 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Be a Champion...Make Excellence a Habit!
School Rankings
Kahuku 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 Kahuku Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#219 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
50%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
20%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.2%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kahuku Elementary School's ranking?
Kahuku Elementary School is ranked #219 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kahuku Elementary School often compared to?
Kahuku Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hauula Elementary School, Laie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Kahuku Elementary School?
339 students attend Kahuku Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Kahuku Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 20% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kahuku Elementary School?
Kahuku Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kahuku Elementary School offer ?
Kahuku Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kahuku Elementary School part of?
Kahuku Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Kahuku Elementary School located?
Kahuku Elementary School is located in the Koolauloa neighborhood of Kahuku, HI. There are 1 other public schools located in Koolauloa.
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