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#142 of 292 schools in HI

Top 48% in state

Ewa Beach Elementary School

Elementary School · Hawaii Department of Education

91-740 Papipi Rd, Ewa Beach, HI 96706

Enrollment

731

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Hawaii schools

#142 of 292

In Ewa Beach

#3 of 11

public schools

In district

#142 of 292

Hawaii Department of Education

Academic growth

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Ewa Beach Elementary School

6.5/10

Elementary School in Ewa Beach · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.6/10

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5.6/10

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About Ewa Beach Elementary School

Ewa Beach Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ewa Beach, HI, part of Hawaii Department of Education. Ewa Beach Elementary School serves approximately 731 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Ewa Beach Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #142 of 292 schools in HI.

Structured state assessment records for Ewa Beach Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • HI avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Ewa Beach 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 Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-10.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,056
Chronic Absenteeism30.8%

Ewa Beach Elementary School — Students at Ewa Beach Elementary School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores HI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 46.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 59.4% (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
48%
ELA
61%
2010
Math
56%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
40%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
58%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
28%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
28%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
43%
ELA
48%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Ewa Beach Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.5/10
52th percentile in HI
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
30%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

91-740 Papipi Rd, Ewa Beach, HI 96706

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ewa Beach Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Honolulu), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hookele Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Kapolei), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kapolei Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Kapolei), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ewa Beach, see our Ewa Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Ilima Intermediate School Ewa Beach 0.2 mi 5.6
Pohakea Elementary School Ewa Beach 0.3 mi 5.6
James Campbell High School Ewa Beach 0.4 mi 6.3
Kaimiloa Elementary School Ewa Beach 0.5 mi 6.3
Keoneula Elementary School Ewa Beach 0.7 mi 7.2
Ewa Makai Middle School Ewa Beach 1.0 mi 5.9
Holomua Elementary School Ewa Beach 1.7 mi 6.7
FRIENDSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ewa Beach 2.2 mi 5.7
LANAKILA BAPTIST JR & SR HIGH SCHOOL Ewa Beach 2.2 mi 5.5
Iroquois Point Elementary School Ewa Beach 2.1 mi 4.2
FRIENDSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Ewa Beach 2.2 mi 6.2
Ewa Elementary School Ewa Beach 2.4 mi 5.8
HALE O ULU SCHOOL Ewa Beach 2.8 mi
Honouliuli Middle School Ewa Beach 2.9 mi 6.3
Kapolei Middle School Kapolei 3.0 mi 7.8
Kapolei Elementary School Kapolei 3.4 mi 8.5
Kapolei High School Kapolei 3.6 mi 6.9
Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School Honolulu 3.8 mi 9.1
Hookele Elementary School Kapolei 3.8 mi 8.7
AMERICAN RENAISSANCE ACADEMY Kapolei 3.9 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 96706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$125,879

Median Home Value

$796,600

Median Rent

$2,785/mo

Population

83,467

College Educated

30.2%

Homeownership

69%

Avg Commute

36.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

33.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ewa Beach Elementary School

What grades does Ewa Beach Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Ewa Beach Elementary School?

Ewa Beach Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 731 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ewa Beach Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ewa Beach Elementary School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ewa Beach Elementary School rank in HI?

Ewa Beach Elementary School ranks #142 of 292 schools in HI.

What is Ewa Beach Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ewa Beach Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Ewa Beach Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ewa Beach Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Ewa Beach Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Ewa Beach Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

29.8% of students at Ewa Beach 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
72 Very Walkable
Bike Score
64 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
731
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
29.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Honolulu County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.8%

District

Hawaii Department of Education
District Enrollment
169,308
Schools in District
295
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,056
District Rank
#142 of 292

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