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#119 of 292 schools in HI

Top 40% in state

Queen Kaahumanu Elementary School

Elementary School · Hawaii Department of Education

1141 Kinau St, Honolulu, HI 96814

Enrollment

440

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Hawaii schools

#119 of 292

In Honolulu

#48 of 74

public schools

In district

#119 of 292

Hawaii Department of Education

School environment

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Queen Kaahumanu Elementary School

6.9/10

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

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About Queen Kaahumanu Elementary School

Queen Kaahumanu Elementary School is a public elementary school in Honolulu, HI, part of Hawaii Department of Education. Queen Kaahumanu Elementary School serves approximately 440 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Queen Kaahumanu Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #119 of 292 schools in HI.

Structured state assessment records for Queen Kaahumanu Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • HI avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

42% of students at Queen Kaahumanu 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 Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.89 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+10.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,056
Chronic Absenteeism41.8%

Queen Kaahumanu Elementary School — Students at Queen Kaahumanu Elementary School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

63.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores HI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 46.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 51.4% (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
54%
ELA
61%
2010
Math
60%
ELA
59%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
61%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
60%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
39%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
47%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Queen Kaahumanu Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.9/10
60th percentile in HI
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.8%

Location

1141 Kinau St, Honolulu, HI 96814

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Queen Kaahumanu Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pauoa Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is President Abraham Lincoln Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MONTESSORI COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Honolulu, see our Honolulu schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
HAWAIIAN MISSION ACADEMY Honolulu 0.2 mi 6.8
President William McKinley High School Honolulu 0.4 mi 6.1
HAWAIIAN MISSION ACADEMY KA LAMA IKI Honolulu 0.5 mi 6.3
Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School Honolulu 0.6 mi 6.5
MONTESSORI COMMUNITY SCHOOL Honolulu 0.6 mi 8.2
President Theodore Roosevelt High School Honolulu 0.7 mi 8.0
President George Washington Middle School Honolulu 0.7 mi 6.6
President Abraham Lincoln Elementary School Honolulu 0.7 mi 8.9
MARYKNOLL SCHOOL Honolulu 0.8 mi 6.2
HANAHAUOLI SCHOOL Honolulu 0.8 mi 6.8
Royal Elementary School Honolulu 0.9 mi 4.9
PUNAHOU SCHOOL Honolulu 0.9 mi 4.5
ST ANDREWS SCHOOLS Honolulu 1.0 mi 8.0
KAWAIAHA'O CHURCH SCHOOL Honolulu 0.9 mi
King William Lunalilo Elementary School Honolulu 1.0 mi 4.1
PACIFIC BUDDHIST ACADEMY Honolulu 1.1 mi 6.6
Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School Honolulu 1.0 mi 4.3
Pauoa Elementary School Honolulu 1.1 mi 9.3
Myron B. Thompson Academy - New Century PCS Honolulu 1.1 mi 6.9
HONGWANJI MISSION SCHOOL Honolulu 1.2 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 96814 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,336

Median Home Value

$706,500

Median Rent

$1,770/mo

Population

23,739

College Educated

49.8%

Homeownership

49.4%

Avg Commute

18.6 min

Poverty Rate

13.4%

Median Age

45

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Queen Kaahumanu Elementary School

What grades does Queen Kaahumanu Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Queen Kaahumanu Elementary School?

Queen Kaahumanu Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 440 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Queen Kaahumanu Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Queen Kaahumanu Elementary School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Queen Kaahumanu Elementary School rank in HI?

Queen Kaahumanu Elementary School ranks #119 of 292 schools in HI.

What is Queen Kaahumanu Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Queen Kaahumanu Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Queen Kaahumanu Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Queen Kaahumanu Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Queen Kaahumanu Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Queen Kaahumanu Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

63.4% of students at Queen Kaahumanu 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
97 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
72 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
81 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
440
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Honolulu County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.8%

District

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

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