Serving 456 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Aikahi Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aikahi 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
Aikahi Elementary School's student population of 456 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
456 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Aikahi Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aikahi Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#22 out of 292 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
25%
Hispanic
17%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
47%
11%
Hawaiian
8%
26%
Two or more races
23%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aikahi Elementary School's ranking?
Aikahi Elementary School is ranked #22 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Aikahi Elementary School often compared to?
Aikahi Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kainalu Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Aikahi Elementary School?
456 students attend Aikahi Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Aikahi Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Hawaiian, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aikahi Elementary School?
Aikahi Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Aikahi Elementary School offer ?
Aikahi Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Aikahi Elementary School part of?
Aikahi Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break (No School)
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Student's Last Day
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
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