Serving 177 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Prince Jonah Kuhio 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower 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 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 177 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Prince Jonah Kuhio Elementary School serves the northwest part of Honolulu, HI, encompassing an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families living within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Prince Jonah Kuhio Elementary School's student population of 177 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
177 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Prince Jonah Kuhio 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 Kuhio Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#184 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
24%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
41%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
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)48%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Kuhio Elementary School's ranking?
Prince Jonah Kuhio Elementary School is ranked #184 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Prince Jonah Kuhio Elementary School often compared to?
Prince Jonah Kuhio Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manoa Elementary School, Noelani Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Prince Jonah Kuhio Elementary School?
177 students attend Prince Jonah Kuhio Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Prince Jonah Kuhio Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 24% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prince Jonah Kuhio Elementary School?
Prince Jonah Kuhio Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Prince Jonah Kuhio Elementary School offer ?
Prince Jonah Kuhio Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prince Jonah Kuhio Elementary School part of?
Prince Jonah Kuhio Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Prince Jonah Kuhio Elementary School located?
Prince Jonah Kuhio Elementary School is located in the McCully Moiliili neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 3 other public schools located in McCully Moiliili.
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