Serving 259 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lehua 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lehua Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lehua Elementary School's student population of 259 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
259 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lehua 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 Lehua Elementary School is 0.81, which is more 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
#143 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
25%
Hispanic
20%
18%
Black
9%
1%
White
7%
11%
Hawaiian
30%
26%
Two or more races
17%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
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 Lehua Elementary School's ranking?
Lehua Elementary School is ranked #143 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Lehua Elementary School?
259 students attend Lehua Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Lehua Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 7% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lehua Elementary School?
Lehua Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lehua Elementary School offer ?
Lehua Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Lehua Elementary School part of?
Lehua Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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