Serving 519 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mayor John H Wilson Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (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 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mayor John H Wilson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mayor John H Wilson Elementary School's student population of 519 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
519 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Ride the learning wave
School Rankings
Mayor John H Wilson Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mayor John H Wilson Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#9 out of 292 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
60%
24%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
3%
11%
Hawaiian
2%
25%
Two or more races
27%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Mayor John H Wilson Elementary School's ranking?
Mayor John H Wilson Elementary School is ranked #9 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Mayor John H Wilson Elementary School often compared to?
Mayor John H Wilson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kahala Elementary School, Waikiki Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Mayor John H Wilson Elementary School?
519 students attend Mayor John H Wilson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Mayor John H Wilson Elementary School students are Asian, 27% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mayor John H Wilson Elementary School?
Mayor John H Wilson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mayor John H Wilson Elementary School offer ?
Mayor John H Wilson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mayor John H Wilson Elementary School part of?
Mayor John H Wilson Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Mayor John H Wilson Elementary School located?
Mayor John H Wilson Elementary School is located in the Waialae Kahala neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 1 other public schools located in Waialae Kahala.
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