Serving 383 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kauluwela 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 29% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than 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 Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kauluwela Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kauluwela Elementary School's student population of 383 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
383 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kauluwela 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 Kauluwela 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
#230 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Asian
16%
24%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
1%
11%
Hawaiian
62%
25%
Two or more races
7%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cubs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kauluwela Elementary School's ranking?
Kauluwela Elementary School is ranked #230 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kauluwela Elementary School often compared to?
Kauluwela Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Puuhale Elementary School, King Liholiho Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Kauluwela Elementary School?
383 students attend Kauluwela Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Kauluwela Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 16% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kauluwela Elementary School?
Kauluwela Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kauluwela Elementary School offer ?
Kauluwela Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kauluwela Elementary School part of?
Kauluwela Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Kauluwela Elementary School located?
Kauluwela Elementary School is located in the Kalihi Palama neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 10 other public schools located in Kalihi Palama.
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