Serving 354 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kula Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher 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 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kula Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kula Elementary School's student population of 354 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Kula Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kula Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#91 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
24%
Hispanic
21%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
23%
11%
Hawaiian
24%
25%
Two or more races
28%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Kula Elementary School's ranking?
Kula Elementary School is ranked #91 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kula Elementary School often compared to?
Kula Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pukalani Elementary School, Makawao Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Kula Elementary School?
354 students attend Kula Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Kula Elementary School students are Two or more races, 24% of students are Hawaiian, 23% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kula Elementary School?
Kula Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kula Elementary School offer ?
Kula Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kula Elementary School part of?
Kula Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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