Serving 240 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kalihi Uka 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kalihi Uka Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Kalihi Uka Elementary School's student population of 240 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
240 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kalihi Uka 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 Kalihi Uka Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#116 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
58%
24%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
1%
11%
Hawaiian
19%
25%
Two or more races
15%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
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 Kalihi Uka Elementary School's ranking?
Kalihi Uka Elementary School is ranked #116 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kalihi Uka Elementary School often compared to?
Kalihi Uka Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Red Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Kalihi Uka Elementary School?
240 students attend Kalihi Uka Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Kalihi Uka Elementary School students are Asian, 19% of students are Hawaiian, 15% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kalihi Uka Elementary School?
Kalihi Uka Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kalihi Uka Elementary School offer ?
Kalihi Uka Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kalihi Uka Elementary School part of?
Kalihi Uka Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Kalihi Uka Elementary School located?
Kalihi Uka Elementary School is located in the Kalihi Valley neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 3 other public schools located in Kalihi Valley.
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