Serving 542 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Kainalu Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 66% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher 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 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kainalu 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
Kainalu Elementary School's student population of 542 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
542 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Kainalu Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kainalu Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#27 out of 292 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
24%
Hispanic
16%
19%
Black
2%
1%
White
44%
11%
Hawaiian
10%
25%
Two or more races
24%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Kainalu Elementary School's ranking?
Kainalu Elementary School is ranked #27 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kainalu Elementary School often compared to?
Kainalu Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aikahi Elementary School, Kailua Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Kainalu Elementary School?
542 students attend Kainalu Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Kainalu Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kainalu Elementary School?
Kainalu Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kainalu Elementary School offer ?
Kainalu Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kainalu Elementary School part of?
Kainalu Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Students Grades 1-6 First Day
August 06, 2025 (Wednesday)
Fall Break - No School for Students
October 06, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School for Students
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
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