Serving 814 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kahului 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 33% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 814 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kahului Elementary School's student population of 814 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
814 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kahului 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 Kahului Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#182 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
55%
24%
Hispanic
15%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
3%
11%
Hawaiian
22%
25%
Two or more races
5%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kahului Elementary School's ranking?
Kahului Elementary School is ranked #182 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kahului Elementary School often compared to?
Kahului Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pomaikai Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Kahului Elementary School?
814 students attend Kahului Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Kahului Elementary School students are Asian, 22% of students are Hawaiian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kahului Elementary School?
Kahului Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kahului Elementary School offer ?
Kahului Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kahului Elementary School part of?
Kahului Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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