Serving 398 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Hauula 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 30-34% (which is lower than 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 15:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hauula Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hauula Elementary School's student population of 398 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
398 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hauula 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 Hauula Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#164 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
24%
Hispanic
17%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
9%
11%
Hawaiian
52%
25%
Two or more races
21%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Hauula Elementary School's ranking?
Hauula Elementary School is ranked #164 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Hauula Elementary School often compared to?
Hauula Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laie Elementary School, Kahuku Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 Hauula Elementary School?
398 students attend Hauula Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Hauula Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 21% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hauula Elementary School?
Hauula Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hauula Elementary School offer ?
Hauula Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hauula Elementary School part of?
Hauula Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Hauula Elementary School located?
Hauula Elementary School is located in the Koolauloa neighborhood of Hauula, HI.
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