Serving 183 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Prince Jonah Kalanianaole Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Prince Jonah Kalanianaole Elementary & Intermediate School serves the southeast part of the Papaikou, HI school district, covering an area of approximately 228.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 35.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Prince Jonah Kalanianaole Elementary School's student population of 183 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
183 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Prince Jonah Kalanianaole Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prince Jonah Kalanianaole Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#288 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
29%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
19%
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)68.9%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Prince Jonah Kalanianaole Elementary School's ranking?
Prince Jonah Kalanianaole Elementary School is ranked #288 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Prince Jonah Kalanianaole Elementary School often compared to?
Prince Jonah Kalanianaole Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Connections - New Century Pcs by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Prince Jonah Kalanianaole Elementary School?
183 students attend Prince Jonah Kalanianaole Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Prince Jonah Kalanianaole Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Hawaiian, 19% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prince Jonah Kalanianaole Elementary School?
Prince Jonah Kalanianaole Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Prince Jonah Kalanianaole Elementary School offer ?
Prince Jonah Kalanianaole Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prince Jonah Kalanianaole Elementary School part of?
Prince Jonah Kalanianaole Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
Worst public school in the Big Island. My son was repeatedly bullied by his class mate and kids from another class. And the teacher didn't do anything about it. On top of that the teacher got involve in family matters, literally tear my family apart. I do not recommend this school to anyone.
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