Serving 287 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lanakila Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Lanakila Elementary School serves the northwest part of Honolulu, HI, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lanakila Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lanakila Elementary School's student population of 287 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lanakila Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lanakila Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#74 out of 292 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
51%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
11%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
33%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
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)32.4%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Lanakila Elementary School's ranking?
Lanakila Elementary School is ranked #74 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Lanakila Elementary School often compared to?
Lanakila Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maemae Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Lanakila Elementary School?
287 students attend Lanakila Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Lanakila Elementary School students are Asian, 33% of students are Hawaiian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lanakila Elementary School?
Lanakila Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lanakila Elementary School offer ?
Lanakila Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lanakila Elementary School part of?
Lanakila Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Lanakila Elementary School located?
Lanakila Elementary School is located in the Liliha Kapalama neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 1 other public schools located in Liliha Kapalama.
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