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Top 47% in state

Kaneohe Elementary School

Elementary School · Hawaii Department of Education

45-495 Kamehameha Hwy, Kaneohe, HI 96744

Enrollment

526

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Hawaii schools

#139 of 292

In Kaneohe

#3 of 12

public schools

In district

#139 of 292

Hawaii Department of Education

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Kaneohe Elementary School

6.5/10

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

Castle High School

6.9/10

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8.5/10

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About Kaneohe Elementary School

Kaneohe Elementary School is a public elementary school in Kaneohe, HI, part of Hawaii Department of Education. Kaneohe Elementary School serves approximately 526 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Kaneohe Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #139 of 292 schools in HI.

Structured state assessment records for Kaneohe Elementary School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% 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

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.29 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency59% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,056
Chronic Absenteeism30%

Kaneohe Elementary School — Students at Kaneohe Elementary School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

32.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores HI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 59.2% (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
58%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
58%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
58%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
35%
ELA
53%
2021*
Math
35%
ELA
53%
2022
Math
55%
ELA
62%

* 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: 4.8/10.

How Kaneohe Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.5/10
53th percentile in HI
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
33%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.0%

Location

45-495 Kamehameha Hwy, Kaneohe, HI 96744

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kaneohe Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maunawili Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Kailua), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kainalu Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Kailua), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WINDWARD NAZARENE ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kaneohe, see our Kaneohe schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Castle High School Kaneohe 0.5 mi 6.9
WINDWARD NAZARENE ACADEMY Kaneohe 0.7 mi 8.5
ST MARK LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kaneohe 0.8 mi 7.3
KOOLAU BAPTIST ACADEMY Kaneohe 0.8 mi 6.2
Kapunahala Elementary School Kaneohe 1.0 mi 7.0
Puohala Elementary School Kaneohe 1.0 mi 3.9
Reverend Benjamin Parker Elementary School Kaneohe 1.3 mi 5.9
Hakipuu Academy Kaneohe 1.3 mi 5.5
HUAKAILANI SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Kaneohe 1.5 mi
Heeia Elementary School Kaneohe 1.7 mi 5.7
Ke Kula o Samuel M Kamakau - A Laboratory PCS Kaneohe 2.0 mi 5.9
Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School Kaneohe 2.3 mi 4.1
Kalaheo High School Kailua 2.7 mi 7.1
TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kailua 3.0 mi 7.0
Maunawili Elementary School Kailua 3.1 mi 9.7
Kailua High School Kailua 3.2 mi 7.0
KAILUA PREP Kailua 3.2 mi
Ahuimanu Elementary School Kaneohe 3.5 mi 6.0
Kainalu Elementary School Kailua 3.4 mi 8.6
Olomana School Kailua 3.5 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 96744 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$129,263

Median Home Value

$1,001,400

Median Rent

$2,410/mo

Population

56,245

College Educated

39.5%

Homeownership

76.7%

Avg Commute

28.3 min

Poverty Rate

7.8%

Median Age

44.4

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Kihei Elementary School Kihei, HI 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kaneohe Elementary School

What grades does Kaneohe Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Kaneohe Elementary School?

Kaneohe Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 526 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Kaneohe Elementary School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kaneohe Elementary School rank in HI?

Kaneohe Elementary School ranks #139 of 292 schools in HI.

What is Kaneohe Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Kaneohe 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 Kaneohe Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kaneohe Elementary School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Kaneohe Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Kaneohe Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

32.7% of students at Kaneohe 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
61 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
526
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
32.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Honolulu County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.0%

District

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

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