Serving 530 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Konawaena Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 51% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower 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 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Konawaena Elementary School's student population of 530 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
530 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Konawaena 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 Konawaena Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#155 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
24%
Hispanic
32%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
10%
11%
Hawaiian
27%
25%
Two or more races
24%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Konawaena Elementary School's ranking?
Konawaena Elementary School is ranked #155 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Konawaena Elementary School often compared to?
Konawaena Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hookena Elementary School, Honaunau Elementary School, Kahakai Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Konawaena Elementary School?
530 students attend Konawaena Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Konawaena Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Hawaiian, 24% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are White, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Konawaena Elementary School?
Konawaena Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Konawaena Elementary School offer ?
Konawaena Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Konawaena Elementary School part of?
Konawaena Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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