Serving 288 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Aiea 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aiea Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Aiea Elementary School's student population of 288 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
288 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Aiea 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 Aiea Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#259 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
24%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
1%
11%
Hawaiian
59%
25%
Two or more races
14%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aiea Elementary School's ranking?
Aiea Elementary School is ranked #259 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Aiea Elementary School often compared to?
Aiea Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alvah A Scott Elementary School, Gustav H Webling Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Aiea Elementary School?
288 students attend Aiea Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Aiea Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aiea Elementary School?
Aiea Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Aiea Elementary School offer ?
Aiea Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Aiea Elementary School part of?
Aiea Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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