Serving 244 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, King William Lunalilo 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: King William Lunalilo Elementary School serves the northwest part of Honolulu, HI, with an attendance zone that covers approximately 0.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 0.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
King William Lunalilo Elementary School's student population of 244 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
244 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
285 students
School Motto
EXCELLENCE STARTS HERE!
School Rankings
King William Lunalilo 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 King William Lunalilo 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
#219 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
25%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
11%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
40%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
19%
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)43.4%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
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 King William Lunalilo Elementary School's ranking?
King William Lunalilo Elementary School is ranked #219 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are King William Lunalilo Elementary School often compared to?
King William Lunalilo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Voyager - A Public Charter School, Ala Wai Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend King William Lunalilo Elementary School?
244 students attend King William Lunalilo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of King William Lunalilo Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 25% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of King William Lunalilo Elementary School?
King William Lunalilo Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does King William Lunalilo Elementary School offer ?
King William Lunalilo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is King William Lunalilo Elementary School part of?
King William Lunalilo Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is King William Lunalilo Elementary School located?
King William Lunalilo Elementary School is located in the McCully Moiliili neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 3 other public schools located in McCully Moiliili.
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