Serving 358 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Keaukaha 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% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Keaukaha Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Keaukaha Elementary School's student population of 358 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Keaukaha 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 Keaukaha Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#210 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
24%
Hispanic
28%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
1%
11%
Hawaiian
59%
25%
Two or more races
11%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Keaukaha Elementary School's ranking?
Keaukaha Elementary School is ranked #210 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Keaukaha Elementary School often compared to?
Keaukaha Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waiakea Elementary School, Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Keaukaha Elementary School?
358 students attend Keaukaha Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Keaukaha Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 28% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Keaukaha Elementary School?
Keaukaha Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Keaukaha Elementary School offer ?
Keaukaha Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Keaukaha Elementary School part of?
Keaukaha Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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