Very Good
#78 of 292 schools in HI
Top 26% in state
Lehua Elementary School
Elementary School · Hawaii Department of Education
791 Lehua Ave, Pearl City, HI 96782
Enrollment
254
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
254
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Hawaii schools
#78 of 292
In Pearl City
#8 of 9
public schools
In district
#78 of 292
Hawaii Department of Education
Academic growth
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Lehua Elementary School
Lehua Elementary School is a public elementary school in Pearl City, HI, part of Hawaii Department of Education. Lehua Elementary School serves approximately 254 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lehua Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #78 of 292 schools in HI.
Structured state assessment records for Lehua Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.4
- HI avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at Lehua 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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Lehua Elementary School — Students at Lehua Elementary School score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.8%
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: 8.2/10.
How Lehua Elementary School Compares
See how Lehua Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
791 Lehua Ave, Pearl City, HI 96782
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lehua Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Manana Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pearl City Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Momilani Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pearl City, see our Pearl City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pearl City Elementary School Pearl City | 0.4 mi | 9.0 |
| Highlands Intermediate School Pearl City | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Pearl City Highlands School Pearl City | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL SCHOOL Pearl City | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Manana Elementary School Pearl City | 1.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Waiau Elementary School Pearl City | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Waimalu Elementary School Aiea | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Waipahu High School Waipahu | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| CALVARY CHAPEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Aiea | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Pearl Ridge Elementary School Aiea | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| THE CHILDREN'S HOUSE Pearl City | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Momilani Elementary School Pearl City | 2.0 mi | 8.8 |
| LANAKILA BAPTIST SCHOOLS Waipahu | 1.9 mi | 9.1 |
| August Ahrens Elementary School Waipahu | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Pearl City High School Pearl City | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Aiea | 2.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Hawaii Technology Academy - PCS Waipahu | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| PEARL HARBOR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waipahu | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
| ST JOSEPH PARISH SCHOOL Waipahu | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Alvah A Scott Elementary School Aiea | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96782 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,779
Median Home Value
$846,200
Median Rent
$2,287/mo
Population
37,740
College Educated
31.8%
Homeownership
67.7%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
42.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ST JOSEPH PARISH SCHOOL Waipahu, HI | 7.6 |
| Kua o ka La - NCPCS Hilo, HI | 7.7 |
| Kahala Elementary School Honolulu, HI | 7.8 |
| Waimalu Elementary School Aiea, HI | 7.8 |
| President Thomas Jefferson Elementary School Honolulu, HI | 7.3 |
| ST MARK LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kaneohe, HI | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lehua Elementary School
What grades does Lehua Elementary School serve?
Lehua Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Lehua Elementary School?
Lehua Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 254 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lehua Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lehua Elementary School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lehua Elementary School rank in HI?
Lehua Elementary School ranks #78 of 292 schools in HI.
What is Lehua Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lehua Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Lehua Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lehua Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lehua Elementary School a charter school?
No, Lehua Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lehua Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Lehua Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lehua Elementary School?
48.8% of students at Lehua 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 254
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Honolulu County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.5%
- Phone
- (808) 453-6490
Resources & Links
District
Hawaii Department of Education- District Enrollment
- 169,308
- Schools in District
- 295
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,056
- District Rank
- #78 of 292
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