Serving 549 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, King Kaumualii Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 60% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher 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 94% 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-5
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
King Kaumualii Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
King Kaumualii Elementary School's student population of 549 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
549 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
King Kaumualii 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 King Kaumualii Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#66 out of 292 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
26%
25%
Hispanic
16%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
6%
11%
Hawaiian
24%
26%
Two or more races
28%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is King Kaumualii Elementary School's ranking?
King Kaumualii Elementary School is ranked #66 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are King Kaumualii Elementary School often compared to?
King Kaumualii Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend King Kaumualii Elementary School?
549 students attend King Kaumualii Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of King Kaumualii Elementary School students are Two or more races, 26% of students are Asian, 24% of students are Hawaiian, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of King Kaumualii Elementary School?
King Kaumualii Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does King Kaumualii Elementary School offer ?
King Kaumualii Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is King Kaumualii Elementary School part of?
King Kaumualii Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Reviews
5 6/20/2014
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