Serving 643 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Salt Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 643 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Salt Lake Elementary School serves the northwest part of Honolulu, HI, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families typically live within a 5 to 10-minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salt Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Salt Lake Elementary School's student population of 643 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
643 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1970
Campus Size
5 acres
School Motto
Dolphin P.R.I.D.E. Practicing Respect, Integrity and Demonstrating Excellence.
School Rankings
Salt Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salt Lake 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
#63 out of 292 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
42%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
18%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
22%
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)30.2%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
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 Salt Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Salt Lake Elementary School is ranked #63 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Salt Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Salt Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aliamanu Elementary School, Moanalua Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Salt Lake Elementary School?
643 students attend Salt Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Salt Lake Elementary School students are Asian, 22% of students are Two or more races, 18% of students are Hawaiian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salt Lake Elementary School?
Salt Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Salt Lake Elementary School offer ?
Salt Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Salt Lake Elementary School part of?
Salt Lake Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Salt Lake Elementary School located?
Salt Lake Elementary School is located in the Aliamanu Salt Lakes Foster Village neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 1 other public schools located in Aliamanu Salt Lakes Foster Village.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
Last Day of School (Students)
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
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