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#130 of 292 schools in HI

Top 44% in state

Holomua Elementary School

Elementary School · Hawaii Department of Education

91-1561 Keaunui Dr, Ewa Beach, HI 96706

Enrollment

1,092

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Hawaii schools

#130 of 292

In Ewa Beach

#2 of 11

public schools

In district

#130 of 292

Hawaii Department of Education

Academic performance

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Holomua Elementary School

6.7/10

Elementary School in Ewa Beach · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Holomua Elementary School

Holomua Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ewa Beach, HI, part of Hawaii Department of Education. Holomua Elementary School serves approximately 1,092 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Holomua Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #130 of 292 schools in HI.

Structured state assessment records for Holomua Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • HI avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Holomua 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 Progress6.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.77 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency56% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+0.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,056
Chronic Absenteeism31.6%

Holomua Elementary School — Students at Holomua Elementary School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores HI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 55.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.0% (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
57%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
65%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
49%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
53%
ELA
59%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
36%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
36%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
53%
ELA
59%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Holomua Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.7/10
56th percentile in HI
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
6.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
72 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.6%

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

91-1561 Keaunui Dr, Ewa Beach, HI 96706

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holomua Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kapolei Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Kapolei), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOSEPH PARISH SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Waipahu), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Honowai Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Waipahu), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ewa Beach, see our Ewa Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Ewa Elementary School Ewa Beach 1.0 mi 5.8
LANAKILA BAPTIST JR & SR HIGH SCHOOL Ewa Beach 1.0 mi 5.5
Keoneula Elementary School Ewa Beach 1.1 mi 7.2
FRIENDSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ewa Beach 1.0 mi 5.7
HALE O ULU SCHOOL Ewa Beach 1.2 mi
Ewa Makai Middle School Ewa Beach 1.2 mi 5.9
FRIENDSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Ewa Beach 1.3 mi 6.2
Kaimiloa Elementary School Ewa Beach 1.5 mi 6.3
Ilima Intermediate School Ewa Beach 1.6 mi 5.6
Ewa Beach Elementary School Ewa Beach 1.7 mi 6.5
James Campbell High School Ewa Beach 1.8 mi 6.3
Pohakea Elementary School Ewa Beach 1.8 mi 5.6
Honouliuli Middle School Ewa Beach 1.8 mi 6.3
Kapolei Middle School Kapolei 2.5 mi 7.8
NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Waipahu 2.7 mi 5.0
Iroquois Point Elementary School Ewa Beach 2.8 mi 4.2
Waipahu Intermediate School Waipahu 2.9 mi 6.9
Kapolei Elementary School Kapolei 2.9 mi 8.5
Honowai Elementary School Waipahu 3.1 mi 7.5
ST JOSEPH PARISH SCHOOL Waipahu 3.1 mi 7.6

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 Holomua Elementary School

What grades does Holomua Elementary School serve?

Holomua Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Holomua Elementary School?

Holomua Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 1,092 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Holomua Elementary School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Holomua Elementary School rank in HI?

Holomua Elementary School ranks #130 of 292 schools in HI.

What is Holomua Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Holomua Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Holomua Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Holomua Elementary School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Holomua Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Holomua Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

31.4% of students at Holomua 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
44 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
1,092
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
72
Free/Reduced Lunch
31.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Honolulu County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.6%

District

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

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