Serving 733 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kihei Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 733 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kihei Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Kihei Elementary School's student population of 733 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
733 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kihei 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 Kihei Elementary School is 0.80, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.80. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#124 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
22%
24%
Hispanic
26%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
14%
11%
Hawaiian
18%
25%
Two or more races
19%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kihei Elementary School's ranking?
Kihei Elementary School is ranked #124 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kihei Elementary School often compared to?
Kihei Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kihei Charter School, Kamalii Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Kihei Elementary School?
733 students attend Kihei Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
26% of Kihei Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Two or more races, 18% of students are Hawaiian, 14% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kihei Elementary School?
Kihei Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kihei Elementary School offer ?
Kihei Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kihei Elementary School part of?
Kihei Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
SPRING BREAK (Office Open)
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
LAST DAY for students!
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
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