Serving 183 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kalihi Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than 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 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
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Kalihi Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
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Kalihi Elementary School's student population of 183 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
183 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
Kalihi Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kalihi Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#219 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
24%
24%
Hispanic
15%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
2%
11%
Hawaiian
51%
25%
Two or more races
8%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Kalihi Elementary School's ranking?
Kalihi Elementary School is ranked #219 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kalihi Elementary School often compared to?
Kalihi Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kalihi Uka Elementary School, King William Lunalilo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Kalihi Elementary School?
183 students attend Kalihi Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Kalihi Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 24% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kalihi Elementary School?
Kalihi Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kalihi Elementary School offer ?
Kalihi Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kalihi Elementary School part of?
Kalihi Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Kalihi Elementary School located?
Kalihi Elementary School is located in the Kalihi Valley neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 3 other public schools located in Kalihi Valley.
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