Serving 727 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 42% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 727 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kihei Elementary School serves the northern part of its school district in Kihei, HI, covering an area of approximately 20.9 square miles. Families typically can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kihei Elementary School's student population of 727 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
727 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
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
#139 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
22%
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
14%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
21%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
16%
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)40.9%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Kihei Elementary School's ranking?
Kihei Elementary School is ranked #139 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Kihei Elementary School?
727 students attend Kihei Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of Kihei Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Hawaiian, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 14% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kihei Elementary School?
Kihei Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kihei Elementary School offer ?
Kihei Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kihei Elementary School part of?
Kihei Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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