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#9 of 292 schools in HI

Top 3% in state

Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School

Elementary School · Hawaii Department of Education

Manzelman Cir, Honolulu, HI 96818

Enrollment

541

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

9.1

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Hawaii schools

#9 of 292

In Honolulu

#3 of 74

public schools

In district

#9 of 292

Hawaii Department of Education

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School

9.1/10

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

Mokulele Elementary School

6.8/10

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8.7/10

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About Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School

Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School is a public elementary school in Honolulu, HI, part of Hawaii Department of Education. Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School serves approximately 541 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #9 of 292 schools in HI.

Structured state assessment records for Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.7 pts above district
  • This school 9.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.4
  • HI avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.74 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency78% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency78% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)72% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,056
Chronic Absenteeism8.3%

Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School — Students at Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 72%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

5.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores HI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 75.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 82.9% (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
69%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
88%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
86%
ELA
91%
2014
Math
75%
ELA
76%
2015
Math
69%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
71%
ELA
79%
2017
Math
71%
ELA
79%
2018
Math
73%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
73%
ELA
82%
2020*
Math
71%
ELA
81%
2021*
Math
71%
ELA
81%
2022
Math
77%
ELA
78%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School Compares

See how Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.1/10
97th percentile in HI
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
5%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.3%

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

Manzelman Cir, Honolulu, HI 96818

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Admiral Chester W Nimitz Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Pearl Harbor Kai Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Pearl Ridge Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Aiea), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Honolulu, see our Honolulu schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Mokulele Elementary School Honolulu 1.4 mi 6.8
Pearl Harbor Kai Elementary School Honolulu 1.7 mi 8.7
Admiral Chester W Nimitz Elementary School Honolulu 1.8 mi 9.2
Iroquois Point Elementary School Ewa Beach 2.0 mi 4.2
HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC ACADEMY Honolulu 2.1 mi 6.0
Pearl Harbor Elementary School Honolulu 2.1 mi 8.2
NAVY HALE KEIKI SCHOOL Honolulu 2.3 mi 5.3
Admiral Arthur W Radford High School Honolulu 2.5 mi 7.2
Makalapa Elementary School Honolulu 2.5 mi 7.9
Lehua Elementary School Pearl City 3.2 mi 7.6
ST ELIZABETH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Aiea 3.1 mi 6.6
OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Aiea 3.2 mi 8.0
Aiea Elementary School Aiea 3.2 mi 5.8
Aliamanu Middle School Honolulu 3.1 mi 8.2
Pearl Ridge Elementary School Aiea 3.3 mi 8.5
Waimalu Elementary School Aiea 3.4 mi 7.8
AIEA HONGWANJI PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Aiea 3.3 mi
Alvah A Scott Elementary School Aiea 3.3 mi 6.2
Aliamanu Elementary School Honolulu 3.2 mi 8.0
Kaimiloa Elementary School Ewa Beach 3.4 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 96818 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$99,933

Median Home Value

$653,400

Median Rent

$3,185/mo

Population

55,107

College Educated

38.1%

Homeownership

37.3%

Avg Commute

21.6 min

Poverty Rate

7.2%

Median Age

33.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School

What grades does Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School serve?

Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School?

Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 541 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School rank in HI?

Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School ranks #9 of 292 schools in HI.

What is Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School a charter school?

No, Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School?

5.4% of students at Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam 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
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
541
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
5.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Honolulu County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.3%

District

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

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