Serving 723 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kihei 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 37% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 723 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kihei Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Kihei Elementary School's student population of 723 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
723 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kihei 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 Kihei Elementary School is 0.80, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.80. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#134 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
26%
Hispanic
25%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
16%
11%
Hawaiian
20%
26%
Two or more races
18%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Kihei Elementary School's ranking?
Kihei Elementary School is ranked #134 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kihei Elementary School often compared to?
Kihei Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kihei Charter School, Kamalii Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Kihei Elementary School?
723 students attend Kihei Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
25% of Kihei Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hawaiian, 18% of students are Two or more races, and 16% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kihei Elementary School?
Kihei Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kihei Elementary School offer ?
Kihei Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kihei Elementary School part of?
Kihei Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School for Students
May 30, 2024 (Thursday)
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