Serving 339 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kula 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 41% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Kula Elementary School serves the northern part of its district in Kula, HI, covering an area of approximately 167 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 6.7 miles and the furthest edge reaching 13.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kula Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kula Elementary School's student population of 339 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
339 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1964
School Rankings
Kula 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 Kula Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#119 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
4%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
20%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
22%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
25%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
29%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.2%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kula Elementary School's ranking?
Kula Elementary School is ranked #119 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kula Elementary School often compared to?
Kula Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pukalani Elementary School, Makawao Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Kula Elementary School?
339 students attend Kula Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Kula Elementary School students are Two or more races, 25% of students are Hawaiian, 22% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kula Elementary School?
Kula Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kula Elementary School offer ?
Kula Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kula Elementary School part of?
Kula Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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