Serving 422 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Noelani 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (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 88% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Noelani Elementary School serves the northwest part of Honolulu, HI, covering an attendance area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 0.7 miles to the nearest edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 1.4 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Noelani 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
Noelani Elementary School's student population of 422 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
422 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1962
School Rankings
Noelani 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 Noelani 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
#3 out of 292 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
44%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
8%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
27%
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)15.2%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Noelani Elementary School's ranking?
Noelani Elementary School is ranked #3 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Noelani Elementary School often compared to?
Noelani Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manoa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Noelani Elementary School?
422 students attend Noelani Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Noelani Elementary School students are Asian, 27% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Noelani Elementary School?
Noelani Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Noelani Elementary School offer ?
Noelani Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Noelani Elementary School part of?
Noelani Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Noelani Elementary School located?
Noelani Elementary School is located in the Manoa neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 3 other public schools located in Manoa.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break - No School
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
Last Day for Teachers
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
Kamehameha Day - School Closed
June 11, 2027 (Friday)
Independance Day - School Closed
July 05, 2027 (Monday)
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