Kilohana Elementary School

Kamehameha V Hwy
Kaunakakai, HI 96748
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 79 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Kilohana Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 79 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50% in HI
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Kilohana Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:

School Overview

Kilohana Elementary School's student population of 79 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
79 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Kilohana Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kilohana Elementary School is 0.40, 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.
This School
State Level (HI)
#256 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
20-29%
39%
20-29%
52%
<50%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
24%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
2%
11%
Hawaiian
76%
25%
Two or more races
8%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
0.40
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
9%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kilohana Elementary School's ranking?
Kilohana Elementary School is ranked #256 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kilohana Elementary School often compared to?
Kilohana Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kaunakakai Elementary School, Kihei Charter School, Kualapuu School - Public Conversion Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Kilohana Elementary School?
79 students attend Kilohana Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Kilohana Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kilohana Elementary School?
Kilohana Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kilohana Elementary School offer ?
Kilohana Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kilohana Elementary School part of?
Kilohana Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 79 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education

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