Serving 733 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Kanoelani 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 62% (which is higher 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 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-6
- Enrollment: 733 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kanoelani Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Kanoelani Elementary School's student population of 733 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
733 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kanoelani 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 Kanoelani Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#52 out of 292 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
38%
25%
Hispanic
20%
18%
Black
1%
1%
White
2%
11%
Hawaiian
13%
26%
Two or more races
26%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kanoelani Elementary School's ranking?
Kanoelani Elementary School is ranked #52 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kanoelani Elementary School often compared to?
Kanoelani Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waikele Elementary School, Momilani 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 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Kanoelani Elementary School?
733 students attend Kanoelani Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Kanoelani Elementary School students are Asian, 26% of students are Two or more races, 20% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kanoelani Elementary School?
Kanoelani Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kanoelani Elementary School offer ?
Kanoelani Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Kanoelani Elementary School part of?
Kanoelani Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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