Serving 250 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hokulani Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 250 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hokulani Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Hokulani Elementary School's student population of 250 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
250 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hokulani Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hokulani 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
#15 out of 292 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
44%
24%
Hispanic
11%
19%
Black
2%
1%
White
9%
11%
Hawaiian
7%
25%
Two or more races
27%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Hokulani Elementary School's ranking?
Hokulani Elementary School is ranked #15 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Hokulani Elementary School often compared to?
Hokulani Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Noelani Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Hokulani Elementary School?
250 students attend Hokulani Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Hokulani Elementary School students are Asian, 27% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hokulani Elementary School?
Hokulani Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hokulani Elementary School offer ?
Hokulani Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hokulani Elementary School part of?
Hokulani Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Hokulani Elementary School located?
Hokulani Elementary School is located in the Diamond Head And Kapahulu And St Louis Heights neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 3 other public schools located in Diamond Head And Kapahulu And St Louis Heights.
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