Serving 767 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hookele Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 767 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hookele Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hookele Elementary School's student population of 767 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
767 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hookele Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hookele Elementary School is 0.81, which is more 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
#47 out of 292 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
21%
24%
Hispanic
23%
19%
Black
3%
1%
White
9%
11%
Hawaiian
20%
25%
Two or more races
23%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Hookele Elementary School's ranking?
Hookele Elementary School is ranked #47 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Hookele Elementary School often compared to?
Hookele Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kapolei Elementary School, Barbers Point Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Hookele Elementary School?
767 students attend Hookele Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
23% of Hookele Elementary School students are Two or more races, 23% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hawaiian, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hookele Elementary School?
Hookele Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hookele Elementary School offer ?
Hookele Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hookele Elementary School part of?
Hookele Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
NO SCHOOL: Spring Break
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
No School: Teachers' First Day
July 29, 2025 (Tuesday)
Tentative: Students' First Day of School
August 06, 2025 (Wednesday)
NO SCHOOL: Fall Break
October 06, 2025 (Monday)
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