Serving 772 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Kaleiopuu Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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-6
- Enrollment: 772 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kaleiopuu Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Kaleiopuu Elementary School's student population of 772 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
772 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kaleiopuu 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 Kaleiopuu Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#142 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
51%
25%
Hispanic
15%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
1%
11%
Hawaiian
14%
26%
Two or more races
19%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kaleiopuu Elementary School's ranking?
Kaleiopuu Elementary School is ranked #142 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kaleiopuu Elementary School often compared to?
Kaleiopuu Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like August Ahrens Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Kaleiopuu Elementary School?
772 students attend Kaleiopuu Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Kaleiopuu Elementary School students are Asian, 19% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kaleiopuu Elementary School?
Kaleiopuu Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kaleiopuu Elementary School offer ?
Kaleiopuu Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Kaleiopuu Elementary School part of?
Kaleiopuu Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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