Serving 664 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Salt Lake 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 52% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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-6
- Enrollment: 664 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salt Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Salt Lake Elementary School's student population of 664 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
664 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Salt Lake 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 Salt Lake Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#68 out of 292 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
44%
25%
Hispanic
16%
18%
Black
1%
1%
White
2%
11%
Hawaiian
16%
26%
Two or more races
21%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salt Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Salt Lake Elementary School is ranked #68 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Salt Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Salt Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aliamanu Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Salt Lake Elementary School?
664 students attend Salt Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Salt Lake Elementary School students are Asian, 21% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Salt Lake Elementary School?
Salt Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Salt Lake Elementary School offer ?
Salt Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Salt Lake Elementary School part of?
Salt Lake Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Salt Lake Elementary School located?
Salt Lake Elementary School is located in the Aliamanu Salt Lakes Foster Village neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 1 other public schools located in Aliamanu Salt Lakes Foster Village.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break (Events)
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
First Day of Black History Month (Events)
February 01, 2025 (Saturday)
First Day of Women's History Month (Events)
March 01, 2025 (Saturday)
First Day of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month (Events)
May 01, 2025 (Thursday)
Last Day for Students and Q4 and Semester 2 (Events)
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
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