Serving 228 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Haleiwa Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (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 14:1 is equal to the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Haleiwa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Haleiwa Elementary School's student population of 228 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
228 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Haleiwa 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 Haleiwa Elementary School is 0.80, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.80. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#116 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
25%
Hispanic
24%
18%
Black
1%
1%
White
22%
11%
Hawaiian
17%
26%
Two or more races
24%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Haleiwa Elementary School's ranking?
Haleiwa Elementary School is ranked #116 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Haleiwa Elementary School often compared to?
Haleiwa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waialua Elementary School, Sunset Beach Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 Haleiwa Elementary School?
228 students attend Haleiwa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
24% of Haleiwa Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Two or more races, 22% of students are White, 17% of students are Hawaiian, 12% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Haleiwa Elementary School?
Haleiwa Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Haleiwa Elementary School offer ?
Haleiwa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Haleiwa Elementary School part of?
Haleiwa Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Haleiwa Elementary School located?
Haleiwa Elementary School is located in the North Shore neighborhood of Haleiwa, HI. There are 1 other public schools located in North Shore.
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