Serving 341 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Haiku 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 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-5
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Haiku Elementary School's student population of 341 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
341 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Haiku 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 Haiku Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#129 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
25%
Hispanic
21%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
47%
11%
Hawaiian
14%
26%
Two or more races
18%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Haiku Elementary School's ranking?
Haiku Elementary School is ranked #129 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Haiku Elementary School often compared to?
Haiku Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Makawao Elementary School, Hana High & Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Haiku Elementary School?
341 students attend Haiku Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Haiku Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Two or more races, and 14% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Haiku Elementary School?
Haiku Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Haiku Elementary School offer ?
Haiku Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Haiku Elementary School part of?
Haiku Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break ~ No School
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
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