Serving 735 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Kanoelani Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 63% (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 14:1 is equal to the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 735 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Kanoelani Elementary School serves the northwest part of Waipahu, HI, covering an area of approximately 8.5 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kanoelani Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Kanoelani Elementary School's student population of 735 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
735 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
Learn More. Care More. Be More.
School Rankings
Kanoelani Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kanoelani Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#50 out of 292 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
38%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
20%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
4%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
13%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
25%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.3%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kanoelani Elementary School's ranking?
Kanoelani Elementary School is ranked #50 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kanoelani Elementary School often compared to?
Kanoelani Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waikele Elementary School, Momilani Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% 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 Kanoelani Elementary School?
735 students attend Kanoelani Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Kanoelani Elementary School students are Asian, 25% of students are Two or more races, 20% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Hawaiian, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kanoelani Elementary School?
Kanoelani Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kanoelani Elementary School offer ?
Kanoelani Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kanoelani Elementary School part of?
Kanoelani Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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