Serving 344 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Koloa Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than 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 (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Koloa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Koloa Elementary School's student population of 344 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
344 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate, Empower and Engage Everyone Everyday
School Rankings
Koloa Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Koloa Elementary School is 0.79, 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
#40 out of 292 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
24%
Hispanic
23%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
16%
11%
Hawaiian
23%
25%
Two or more races
27%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Koloa Elementary School's ranking?
Koloa Elementary School is ranked #40 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Koloa Elementary School often compared to?
Koloa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kalaheo Elementary School, Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School, King Kaumualii Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Koloa Elementary School?
344 students attend Koloa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of Koloa Elementary School students are Two or more races, 23% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Hawaiian, 16% of students are White, and 11% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Koloa Elementary School?
Koloa Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Koloa Elementary School offer ?
Koloa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Koloa Elementary School part of?
Koloa Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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