Kamalii Elementary School serves 409 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
Kamalii Elementary School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 32%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 409 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kamalii Elementary School's student population of 409 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
409 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kamalii Elementary School is ranked within the top 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Kamalii Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#110 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
26%
Hispanic
21%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
43%
11%
Hawaiian
10%
26%
Two or more races
19%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kamalii Elementary School's ranking?
Kamalii Elementary School is ranked #110 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kamalii Elementary School often compared to?
Kamalii Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kihei Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Kamalii Elementary School?
409 students attend Kamalii Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Kamalii Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hawaiian, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kamalii Elementary School?
Kamalii Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kamalii Elementary School offer ?
Kamalii Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kamalii Elementary School part of?
Kamalii Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Student First Day of Second Semester
January 09, 2024 (Tuesday)
Last Day For Students
May 30, 2024 (Thursday)
Last Day For Teachers
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
School Reviews
5 6/3/2014
It is an amazing school. Everyone is very polite. Even if you used to go to the school they still remember you in there hart. All the teachers are great. They are not to hard and not to easy. I think this is a great place to recommend your child/children
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