Serving 375 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Heeia Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Heeia Elementary School's student population of 375 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Heeia 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 Heeia Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#151 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
24%
Hispanic
24%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
8%
11%
Hawaiian
39%
25%
Two or more races
21%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Heeia Elementary School's ranking?
Heeia Elementary School is ranked #151 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Heeia Elementary School often compared to?
Heeia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kaneohe Elementary School, Kapunahala Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Heeia Elementary School?
375 students attend Heeia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Heeia Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 24% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heeia Elementary School?
Heeia Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Heeia Elementary School offer ?
Heeia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heeia Elementary School part of?
Heeia Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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