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Nanakuli Elementary School

89-778 Haleakala Ave
Waianae, HI 96792
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 369 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Nanakuli 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 25% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 369 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50% in HI
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 22% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Nanakuli Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:

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School Overview

Nanakuli Elementary School's student population of 369 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
369 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers

School Rankings

Nanakuli 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 Nanakuli Elementary School is 0.44, 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.
This School
State Level (HI)
#257 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
25%
39%
22%
52%
11-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
24%
Hispanic
15%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
1%
11%
Hawaiian
73%
25%
Two or more races
10%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
0.44
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nanakuli Elementary School's ranking?
Nanakuli Elementary School is ranked #257 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Nanakuli Elementary School often compared to?
Nanakuli Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nanaikapono Elementary School, Maili Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Nanakuli Elementary School?
369 students attend Nanakuli Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Nanakuli Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% 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 Nanakuli Elementary School?
Nanakuli Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nanakuli Elementary School offer ?
Nanakuli Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nanakuli Elementary School part of?
Nanakuli Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 369 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 22% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education

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