Serving 1,118 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ewa Elementary School ranks in the top 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 45% (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 17:1 is higher than 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 Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,118 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ewa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Ewa Elementary School's student population of 1,118 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,118 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ewa Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ewa Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#140 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
28%
25%
Hispanic
22%
18%
Black
1%
1%
White
2%
11%
Hawaiian
20%
26%
Two or more races
27%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ewa Elementary School's ranking?
Ewa Elementary School is ranked #140 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Ewa Elementary School often compared to?
Ewa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Keoneula Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% 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 Ewa Elementary School?
1,118 students attend Ewa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Ewa Elementary School students are Asian, 27% of students are Two or more races, 22% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ewa Elementary School?
Ewa Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ewa Elementary School offer ?
Ewa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ewa Elementary School part of?
Ewa Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Ewa Elementary School located?
Ewa Elementary School is located in the Ewa neighborhood of Ewa Beach, HI. There are 10 other public schools located in Ewa.
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