Serving 661 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Moanalua Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 661 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Moanalua Elementary School serves the northwest part of Honolulu, HI, covering an attendance area of approximately 4.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moanalua 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
Moanalua Elementary School's student population of 661 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
661 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1884
School Calendar
School Motto
Compassion, Integrity, Aloha
School Rankings
Moanalua Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moanalua Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#19 out of 292 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
44%
24%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
2%
1%
White
9%
11%
Hawaiian
6%
25%
Two or more races
27%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.1%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moanalua Elementary School's ranking?
Moanalua Elementary School is ranked #19 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Moanalua Elementary School often compared to?
Moanalua Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Salt Lake Elementary School, Aliamanu Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Moanalua Elementary School?
661 students attend Moanalua Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Moanalua Elementary School students are Asian, 27% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moanalua Elementary School?
Moanalua Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Moanalua Elementary School offer ?
Moanalua Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moanalua Elementary School part of?
Moanalua Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Moanalua Elementary School located?
Moanalua Elementary School is located in the Moanalua neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 3 other public schools located in Moanalua.
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