Serving 248 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lehua Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lehua Elementary School serves the northwest part of Pearl City, HI, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a driving time of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lehua Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Lehua Elementary School's student population of 248 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
248 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1907
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning today to be LEADERS of tomorrow!
School Rankings
Lehua 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 Lehua Elementary School is 0.80, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.80. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#109 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
18%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
30%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
22%
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)43.6%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Lehua Elementary School's ranking?
Lehua Elementary School is ranked #109 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Lehua Elementary School?
248 students attend Lehua Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Lehua Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 22% of students are Two or more races, 18% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lehua Elementary School?
Lehua Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lehua Elementary School offer ?
Lehua Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lehua Elementary School part of?
Lehua Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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