Serving 238 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Kaumana Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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: 238 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kaumana Elementary School serves the southeast part of Hilo, HI, covering an area of approximately 360.4 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 38.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kaumana Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Kaumana Elementary School's student population of 238 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
238 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Stars Believe, Stars Achieve, Stars Succeed
School Rankings
Kaumana Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kaumana 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
#114 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
38%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
17%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
33%
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)39.5%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kaumana Elementary School's ranking?
Kaumana Elementary School is ranked #114 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kaumana Elementary School often compared to?
Kaumana Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School, Mountain View Elementary 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 39% HI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Kaumana Elementary School?
238 students attend Kaumana Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Kaumana Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are Hawaiian, 7% of students are White, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kaumana Elementary School?
Kaumana Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kaumana Elementary School offer ?
Kaumana Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kaumana Elementary School part of?
Kaumana Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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