Serving 541 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 77% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher 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 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam 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
School Overview
Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School's student population of 541 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
541 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam 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
#8 out of 292 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
24%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
3%
1%
White
63%
11%
Hawaiian
3%
25%
Two or more races
12%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School's ranking?
Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School is ranked #8 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School often compared to?
Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mokulele Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School?
541 students attend Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School?
Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School offer ?
Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School part of?
Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School located?
Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School is located in the Hickam Air Force Base neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 2 other public schools located in Hickam Air Force Base.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day for Students
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day for Teachers
June 02, 2025 (Monday)
Fall Break
October 06, 2025 (Monday)
Fall Break
October 07, 2025 (Tuesday)
Fall Break
October 08, 2025 (Wednesday)
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