Serving 359 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sunset Beach 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 52% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher 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 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Sunset Beach Elementary School serves the northwest part of its school district in Haleiwa, HI, covering an area of approximately 16.7 square miles. Families typically can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located 5.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sunset Beach Elementary School's student population of 359 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
359 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Sunset Beach 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 Sunset Beach Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#86 out of 292 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
48%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
10%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
24%
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)46.8%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Sunset Beach Elementary School's ranking?
Sunset Beach Elementary School is ranked #86 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Sunset Beach Elementary School often compared to?
Sunset Beach Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waialua Elementary School, Haleiwa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Sunset Beach Elementary School?
359 students attend Sunset Beach Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Sunset Beach Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunset Beach Elementary School?
Sunset Beach Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sunset Beach Elementary School offer ?
Sunset Beach Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunset Beach Elementary School part of?
Sunset Beach Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Sunset Beach Elementary School located?
Sunset Beach Elementary School is located in the North Shore neighborhood of Haleiwa, HI. There are 1 other public schools located in North Shore.
School Calendar
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Date
SPRING BREAK
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
Students - Last Day
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
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