Serving 546 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Kaneohe Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kaneohe Elementary School serves the northwest part of Kaneohe, HI, covering an area of approximately 4.1 square miles. Most homes in the attendance zone are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge located about 2.4 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kaneohe Elementary School's student population of 546 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
546 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
School Motto
We are ʻohana at Kāneʻohe Elementary School where all are inspired to embrace learning and discover passions with ALOHA at our core.
School Rankings
Kaneohe Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kaneohe Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#67 out of 292 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
14%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
25%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
31%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.9%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kaneohe Elementary School's ranking?
Kaneohe Elementary School is ranked #67 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kaneohe Elementary School often compared to?
Kaneohe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kapunahala Elementary School, Heeia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Kaneohe Elementary School?
546 students attend Kaneohe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Kaneohe Elementary School students are Two or more races, 27% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Hawaiian, 14% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kaneohe Elementary School?
Kaneohe Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kaneohe Elementary School offer ?
Kaneohe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kaneohe Elementary School part of?
Kaneohe Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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