Excellent
#1340 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 14% in state
Hawaiian Elementary
Elementary School · ABC Unified
12350 East 226th St., Hawaiian Gardens, CA 90716
Enrollment
281
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
281
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,340 of 9,539
In Hawaiian Gardens
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#15 of 30
ABC Unified
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Hawaiian Elementary
Elementary School in Hawaiian Gardens · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hawaiian Elementary
Hawaiian Elementary is a public elementary school in Hawaiian Gardens, CA, part of ABC Unified. Hawaiian Elementary serves approximately 281 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 20.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Hawaiian Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,340 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Hawaiian Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Hawaiian Elementary runs 20.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Hawaiian Elementary — Students at Hawaiian Elementary score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.6/10.
How Hawaiian Elementary Compares
See how Hawaiian Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
12350 East 226th St., Hawaiian Gardens, CA 90716
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hawaiian Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Newcomb Academy (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Long Beach), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Margaret Landell Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Cypress), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Aloha Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Lakewood), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Hawaiian Gardens, see our Hawaiian Gardens schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lexington Junior High Cypress | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Furgeson (Venn W.) Elementary Hawaiian Gardens | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Margaret Landell Elementary Cypress | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| A. E. Arnold Elementary Cypress | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Los Alamitos High Los Alamitos | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Melbourne (Ella P.) Elementary Lakewood | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Sharon Christa McAuliffe Middle Los Alamitos | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Newcomb Academy Long Beach | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Fedde (Pharis F.) Middle Hawaiian Gardens | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| MIRACLE LAND CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Cypress | 1.0 mi | — |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cypress | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Grace Christian School of Cypress Cypress | 1.0 mi | — |
| Los Alamitos Elementary Los Alamitos | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Palms Elementary Lakewood | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Oak Middle Los Alamitos | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Aloha Elementary Lakewood | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Artesia High Lakewood | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| MONTESSORI GREENHOUSE SCHOOLS Los Alamitos | 1.6 mi | — |
| CYPRESS MONTESSORI ACADEMY Cypress | 1.5 mi | — |
| Tetzlaff (Martin B.) Middle Cerritos | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90716 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,235
Median Home Value
$525,100
Median Rent
$1,696/mo
Population
13,743
College Educated
16.8%
Homeownership
45%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
18%
Median Age
33.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Baypoint Preparatory Academy - San Diego San Marcos, CA | 8.1 |
| Baywood Elementary Los Osos, CA | 8.1 |
| Carlos Santana Arts Academy North Hills, CA | 8.1 |
| Carson-Gore Academy of Environmental Studies Los Angeles, CA | 8.1 |
| Chapman Elementary Gardena, CA | 8.1 |
| Chatom Elementary Turlock, CA | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hawaiian Elementary
What grades does Hawaiian Elementary serve?
Hawaiian Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Hawaiian Elementary?
Hawaiian Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 281 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hawaiian Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Hawaiian Elementary is 20.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hawaiian Elementary rank in CA?
Hawaiian Elementary ranks #1,340 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Hawaiian Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Hawaiian Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Hawaiian Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hawaiian Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hawaiian Elementary a charter school?
No, Hawaiian Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hawaiian Elementary a Title I school?
No, Hawaiian Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hawaiian Elementary?
94.0% of students at Hawaiian Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 281
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.8%
- Phone
- (562) 229-7865
Resources & Links
District
ABC Unified- District Enrollment
- 18,081
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,234
- District Rank
- #15 of 30
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