Serving 628 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Major Sheldon Wheeler Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 49% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Major Sheldon Wheeler Elementary School's student population of 628 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
628 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Major Sheldon Wheeler 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 Major Sheldon Wheeler Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#78 out of 292 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
24%
Hispanic
29%
19%
Black
13%
1%
White
38%
11%
Hawaiian
4%
25%
Two or more races
11%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Major Sheldon Wheeler Elementary School's ranking?
Major Sheldon Wheeler Elementary School is ranked #78 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Major Sheldon Wheeler Elementary School often compared to?
Major Sheldon Wheeler Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sergeant Samuel K Solomon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Major Sheldon Wheeler Elementary School?
628 students attend Major Sheldon Wheeler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Major Sheldon Wheeler Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Major Sheldon Wheeler Elementary School?
Major Sheldon Wheeler Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Major Sheldon Wheeler Elementary School offer ?
Major Sheldon Wheeler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Major Sheldon Wheeler Elementary School part of?
Major Sheldon Wheeler Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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