Serving 642 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 14:1 is equal to the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 642 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- 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 642 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
642 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
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
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
26%
Hispanic
32%
18%
Black
12%
1%
White
35%
11%
Hawaiian
4%
26%
Two or more races
14%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
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?
642 students attend Major Sheldon Wheeler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Major Sheldon Wheeler Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Major Sheldon Wheeler Elementary School?
Major Sheldon Wheeler Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to 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
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.
School Calendar
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Date
First Day of School for Students (Events)
August 05, 2024 (Monday)
Fall Break (Events)
October 07, 2024 (Monday)
Fall Break (Events)
October 08, 2024 (Tuesday)
Fall Break (Events)
October 09, 2024 (Wednesday)
Fall Break (Events)
October 10, 2024 (Thursday)
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