Excellent

#43 of 292 schools in HI

Top 14% in state

Aliiolani Elementary School

Elementary School · Hawaii Department of Education

1240 7th Ave, Honolulu, HI 96816

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

228

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

228

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Hawaii schools

#43 of 292

In Honolulu

#22 of 74

public schools

In district

#43 of 292

Hawaii Department of Education

Academic performance

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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About Aliiolani Elementary School

Aliiolani Elementary School is a public elementary school in Honolulu, HI, part of Hawaii Department of Education. Aliiolani Elementary School serves approximately 228 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Aliiolani Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #43 of 292 schools in HI.

Structured state assessment records for Aliiolani Elementary School show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.9 pts above district

8.3

This school 8.3 · Excellent
District avg 6.4
HI avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Aliiolani Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress7.3Very Good50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change-1.47 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics9.6Excellent30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency70% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+25.0 pts

Adjusted Percentile94th

Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1

Per-Pupil Spending$20,056

Chronic Absenteeism30.7%

Aliiolani Elementary School — Students at Aliiolani Elementary School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores HI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 68.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 68.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 28 test records from HI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009

Math

67%

ELA

82%

2010

Math

77%

ELA

77%

2011

Math

82%

ELA

87%

2012

Math

82%

ELA

87%

2013

Math

72%

ELA

72%

2014

Math

52%

ELA

67%

2015

Math

62%

ELA

67%

2016

Math

72%

ELA

67%

2017

Math

67%

ELA

62%

2018

Math

67%

ELA

62%

2019

Math

67%

ELA

62%

2020*

Math

57%

ELA

52%

2021*

Math

57%

ELA

52%

2022

Math

72%

ELA

67%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Aliiolani Elementary School Compares

See how Aliiolani Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

8.3/10

86th percentile in HI

Academic

9.6/10

Excellent

Growth

7.3/10

Very Good

Environment

8.7/10

Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

48%

Teaching Staff

13:1 student-teacher ratio

17 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

30.7%

Location

1240 7th Ave, Honolulu, HI 96816

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Aliiolani Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mayor John H Wilson Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Hokulani Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Noelani Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Honolulu, see our Honolulu schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
ST PATRICK SCHOOL Honolulu	0.1 mi	236	6.5
ST LOUIS SCHOOL Honolulu	0.3 mi	893	4.8
CHAMINADE UNIVERSITY MONTESSORI LAB SCHOOL-L ROBER Honolulu	0.4 mi	3	—
King Liholiho Elementary School Honolulu	0.5 mi	457	8.1
KAIMUKI CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Honolulu	0.6 mi	224	6.4
Hokulani Elementary School Honolulu	0.6 mi	250	9.0
Kaimuki High School Honolulu	0.7 mi	550	6.2
William P Jarrett Middle School Honolulu	0.9 mi	287	6.6
Prince Jonah Kuhio Elementary School Honolulu	1.0 mi	187	5.2
Waialae Elementary - PCS Honolulu	1.1 mi	500	7.0
Hawaii School for the Deaf and Blind Honolulu	1.2 mi	52	7.3
Palolo Elementary School Honolulu	1.2 mi	263	3.7
Kaimuki Middle School Honolulu	1.3 mi	1,006	8.3
MOILIILI COMMUNITY CENTER Honolulu	1.2 mi	57	4.1
President Thomas Jefferson Elementary School Honolulu	1.3 mi	351	7.3
University Laboratory School Honolulu	1.3 mi	446	8.6
Voyager - A Public Charter School Honolulu	1.3 mi	258	6.8
Noelani Elementary School Honolulu	1.4 mi	419	8.9
Waikiki Elementary School Honolulu	1.4 mi	571	8.8
Mayor John H Wilson Elementary School Honolulu	1.4 mi	519	9.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 96816 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$114,744

Median Home Value

$1,121,400

Median Rent

$1,879/mo

Population

50,711

College Educated

48.1%

Homeownership

62.9%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

8.4%

Median Age

46.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Aliiolani Elementary School

What grades does Aliiolani Elementary School serve?

Aliiolani Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Aliiolani Elementary School?

Aliiolani Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 228 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Aliiolani Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Aliiolani Elementary School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Aliiolani Elementary School rank in HI?

Aliiolani Elementary School ranks #43 of 292 schools in HI.

What is Aliiolani Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Aliiolani Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Aliiolani Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Aliiolani Elementary School has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Aliiolani Elementary School a charter school?

No, Aliiolani Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Aliiolani Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Aliiolani Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Aliiolani Elementary School?

47.8% of students at Aliiolani Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.