Serving 553 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Waikiki 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 79% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waikiki 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
Waikiki Elementary School's student population of 553 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
553 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
2021
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waikiki 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 Waikiki 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
#6 out of 292 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
35%
24%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
18%
11%
Hawaiian
4%
25%
Two or more races
34%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waikiki Elementary School's ranking?
Waikiki Elementary School is ranked #6 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Waikiki Elementary School often compared to?
Waikiki Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like President Thomas Jefferson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Waikiki Elementary School?
553 students attend Waikiki Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Waikiki Elementary School students are Asian, 34% of students are Two or more races, 18% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waikiki Elementary School?
Waikiki Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waikiki Elementary School offer ?
Waikiki Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waikiki Elementary School part of?
Waikiki Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Waikiki Elementary School located?
Waikiki Elementary School is located in the Diamond Head And Kapahulu And St Louis Heights neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 3 other public schools located in Diamond Head And Kapahulu And St Louis Heights.
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