Serving 842 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kealakehe Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 13% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (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 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 842 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kealakehe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kealakehe Elementary School's student population of 842 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
842 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kealakehe Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kealakehe Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#283 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
25%
Hispanic
20%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
6%
11%
Hawaiian
46%
26%
Two or more races
20%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kealakehe Elementary School's ranking?
Kealakehe Elementary School is ranked #283 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kealakehe Elementary School often compared to?
Kealakehe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kahakai Elementary School, Innovations - Pcs, Holualoa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Kealakehe Elementary School?
842 students attend Kealakehe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Kealakehe Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kealakehe Elementary School?
Kealakehe Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kealakehe Elementary School offer ?
Kealakehe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kealakehe Elementary School part of?
Kealakehe Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Reviews
4 6/26/2020
The charms of this school are in the warmth of its staff and teachers. There is such a wide array of cultures and languages spoken; we are truly a melting pot of Hawaiian culture today. Yes, there are low-income families in our school community, and many don't have the language skills they need to help their children, but what they do have is an overwhelming amount of love and support for their /our Kiki. The commitment is there; the children are loved.
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