Serving 724 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elsie H Wilcox 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 53% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 97% 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: 724 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School's student population of 724 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
724 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
鈥淥ur Wilcox 鈥極hana will empower students for life-long success.鈥
School Mascot
Hawaiian Hawk Or 鈥榠o
School Rankings
Elsie H Wilcox 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 Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#88 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
24%
24%
Hispanic
21%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
3%
11%
Hawaiian
16%
25%
Two or more races
36%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawaiian Hawk Or 鈥榠o
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School's ranking?
Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School is ranked #88 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School often compared to?
Elsie H Wilcox Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like King Kaumualii Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School?
724 students attend Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School students are Two or more races, 24% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Hawaiian, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School?
Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School offer ?
Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School part of?
Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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