Serving 385 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Eleele Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eleele Elementary School's student population of 385 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
385 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Eleele 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 Eleele Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#155 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%

Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
29%
24%

Hispanic
19%
19%

Black
n/a
1%

White
3%
11%

Hawaiian
18%
25%

Two or more races
31%
20%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
37%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
9%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eleele Elementary School's ranking?
Eleele Elementary School is ranked #155 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Eleele Elementary School often compared to?
Eleele Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School, Kalaheo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Eleele Elementary School?
385 students attend Eleele Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Eleele Elementary School students are Two or more races, 29% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Hawaiian, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eleele Elementary School?
Eleele Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eleele Elementary School offer ?
Eleele Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Eleele Elementary School part of?
Eleele Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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