Serving 365 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kalaheo Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 54% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher 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 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kalaheo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Kalaheo Elementary School's student population of 365 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
365 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1904
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Together We Dream, Believe, Achieve Kalaheo PRIDE.
School Mascot
Pride
School Rankings
Kalaheo Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kalaheo 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
#64 out of 292 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
24%
Hispanic
22%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
15%
11%
Hawaiian
17%
25%
Two or more races
37%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pride
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kalaheo Elementary School's ranking?
Kalaheo Elementary School is ranked #64 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kalaheo Elementary School often compared to?
Kalaheo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Koloa Elementary School, Eleele Elementary School, Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Kalaheo Elementary School?
365 students attend Kalaheo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Kalaheo Elementary School students are Two or more races, 22% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Hawaiian, 15% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kalaheo Elementary School?
Kalaheo Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kalaheo Elementary School offer ?
Kalaheo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kalaheo Elementary School part of?
Kalaheo Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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