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Very Good

#103 of 292 schools in HI

Top 35% in state

Keoneula Elementary School

Elementary School · Hawaii Department of Education

91-970 Kaileolea Dr, Ewa Beach, HI 96706

Enrollment

878

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Hawaii schools

#103 of 292

In Ewa Beach

#1 of 11

public schools

In district

#103 of 292

Hawaii Department of Education

Academic performance

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Keoneula Elementary School

7.2/10

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

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About Keoneula Elementary School

Keoneula Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ewa Beach, HI, part of Hawaii Department of Education. Keoneula Elementary School serves approximately 878 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Keoneula Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #103 of 292 schools in HI.

Structured state assessment records for Keoneula Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.4
  • HI avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

35% of students at Keoneula 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 Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.32 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 Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency59% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)61% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile65th
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,056
Chronic Absenteeism34.9%

Keoneula Elementary School — Students at Keoneula Elementary School score 59% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

23.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores HI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 47.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.0% (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
76%
2010
Math
58%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
28%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
50%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
45%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
53%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
53%
2022
Math
53%
ELA
65%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Keoneula Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.2/10
65th percentile in HI
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
5.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
24%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
58 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.9%

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

91-970 Kaileolea Dr, Ewa Beach, HI 96706

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Keoneula Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hookele Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Kapolei), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kapolei Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Kapolei), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Holomua Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Ewa Beach, see our Ewa Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Ewa Makai Middle School Ewa Beach 0.4 mi 5.9
Ewa Beach Elementary School Ewa Beach 0.7 mi 6.5
Ilima Intermediate School Ewa Beach 0.7 mi 5.6
Kaimiloa Elementary School Ewa Beach 0.8 mi 6.3
Pohakea Elementary School Ewa Beach 0.9 mi 5.6
James Campbell High School Ewa Beach 1.0 mi 6.3
Holomua Elementary School Ewa Beach 1.1 mi 6.7
FRIENDSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ewa Beach 1.5 mi 5.7
LANAKILA BAPTIST JR & SR HIGH SCHOOL Ewa Beach 1.5 mi 5.5
FRIENDSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Ewa Beach 1.6 mi 6.2
Ewa Elementary School Ewa Beach 1.7 mi 5.8
HALE O ULU SCHOOL Ewa Beach 2.2 mi
Honouliuli Middle School Ewa Beach 2.3 mi 6.3
Kapolei Middle School Kapolei 2.5 mi 7.8
Iroquois Point Elementary School Ewa Beach 2.5 mi 4.2
Kapolei Elementary School Kapolei 2.9 mi 8.5
Kapolei High School Kapolei 3.1 mi 6.9
Hookele Elementary School Kapolei 3.4 mi 8.7
NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Waipahu 3.8 mi 5.0
AMERICAN RENAISSANCE ACADEMY Kapolei 3.6 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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Waipahu Elementary School Waipahu, HI 7.2
Mauka Lani Elementary School Kapolei, HI 7.4
Honowai Elementary School Waipahu, HI 7.5
Mililani Uka Elementary School Mililani, HI 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Keoneula Elementary School

What grades does Keoneula Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Keoneula Elementary School?

Keoneula Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 878 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Keoneula Elementary School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Keoneula Elementary School rank in HI?

Keoneula Elementary School ranks #103 of 292 schools in HI.

What is Keoneula Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Keoneula Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Keoneula Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Keoneula Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Keoneula Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Keoneula Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

23.5% of students at Keoneula 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
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
878
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
58
Free/Reduced Lunch
23.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Honolulu County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.9%

District

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

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