Serving 106 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Keolu Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% 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: 106 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Keolu Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Keolu Elementary School's student population of 106 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
106 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Keolu Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Keolu Elementary School is 0.79, 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
#85 out of 292 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
25%
Hispanic
25%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
15%
11%
Hawaiian
21%
26%
Two or more races
27%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Keolu Elementary School's ranking?
Keolu Elementary School is ranked #85 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Keolu Elementary School often compared to?
Keolu Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Enchanted Lake Elementary School, Kaelepulu Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Keolu Elementary School?
106 students attend Keolu Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of Keolu Elementary School students are Two or more races, 25% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Hawaiian, 15% of students are White, and 12% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Keolu Elementary School?
Keolu Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Keolu Elementary School offer ?
Keolu Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Keolu Elementary School part of?
Keolu Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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