Excellent
#51 of 292 schools in HI
Top 17% in state
Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School
Elementary School · Hawaii Department of Education
4319 Hardy St, Lihue, HI 96766
Enrollment
724
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
724
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Hawaii schools
#51 of 292
In Lihue
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#51 of 292
Hawaii Department of Education
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School
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About Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School
Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lihue, HI, part of Hawaii Department of Education. Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School serves approximately 724 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #51 of 292 schools in HI.
Structured state assessment records for Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 6.4
- HI avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Elsie H Wilcox 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
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Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School — Students at Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores HI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from HI 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: 9.1/10.
How Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School Compares
See how Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4319 Hardy St, Lihue, HI 96766
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. King Kaumualii Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hanalei Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 17.8 miles away, in nearby Hanalei), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Kalaheo Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Kalaheo), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lihue, see our Lihue schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OLELO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lihue | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Kauai High School Lihue | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| King Kaumualii Elementary School Lihue | 1.7 mi | 9.3 |
| Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School Lihue | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| ISLAND SCHOOL Lihue | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Kawaikini - NCPCS Lihue | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| KAHILI ADVENTIST SCHOOL Kapaa | 7.1 mi | — |
| Kapaa Middle School Kapaa | 7.5 mi | 2.8 |
| Alaka'i O Kaua'i Charter School Koloa | 7.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Kapaa Elementary School Kapaa | 8.5 mi | 6.5 |
| ST CATHERINE SCHOOL Kapaa | 8.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Kapaa High School Kapaa | 8.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Koloa Elementary School Koloa | 8.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Kalaheo Elementary School Kalaheo | 10.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Kanuikapono - PCS Anahola | 12.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Eleele Elementary School Eleele | 14.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Kilauea Elementary School Kilauea | 16.2 mi | 5.5 |
| KAUAI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kilauea | 16.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Hanalei Elementary School Hanalei | 17.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Niihau High & Elementary School Waimea | 19.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96766 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,434
Median Home Value
$751,800
Median Rent
$1,904/mo
Population
16,924
College Educated
28.7%
Homeownership
66.4%
Avg Commute
16.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
40.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| King Liholiho Elementary School Honolulu, HI | 8.1 |
| Puu Kukui Elementary School Wailuku, HI | 8.1 |
| Aliamanu Elementary School Honolulu, HI | 8.0 |
| Kalihi Kai Elementary School Honolulu, HI | 8.2 |
| Pearl Harbor Elementary School Honolulu, HI | 8.2 |
| Salt Lake Elementary School Honolulu, HI | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School
What grades does Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School serve?
Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School?
Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 724 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School rank in HI?
Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School ranks #51 of 292 schools in HI.
What is Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School 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 Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School a charter school?
No, Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School?
49.7% of students at Elsie H Wilcox 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 724
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Kauai County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.8%
- Phone
- (808) 274-3150
Resources & Links
District
Hawaii Department of Education- District Enrollment
- 169,308
- Schools in District
- 295
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,056
- District Rank
- #51 of 292
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