Below Average
#222 of 292 schools in HI
Royal Elementary School
Elementary School · Hawaii Department of Education
1519 Queen Emma St, Honolulu, HI 96813
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Hawaii schools
#222 of 292
In Honolulu
#66 of 74
public schools
In district
#222 of 292
Hawaii Department of Education
Academic performance
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Royal Elementary School
Royal Elementary School is a public elementary school in Honolulu, HI, part of Hawaii Department of Education. Royal Elementary School serves approximately 313 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Royal Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #222 of 292 schools in HI.
Structured state assessment records for Royal Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.4
- HI avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at Royal 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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Royal Elementary School — Students at Royal Elementary School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.1%
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: 3.3/10.
How Royal Elementary School Compares
See how Royal Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1519 Queen Emma St, Honolulu, HI 96813
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Royal Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pauoa Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is President Abraham Lincoln Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Honolulu, see our Honolulu schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96813 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,799
Median Home Value
$804,100
Median Rent
$1,821/mo
Population
26,059
College Educated
48.3%
Homeownership
54.8%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
42.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mayor Joseph J Fern Elementary School Honolulu, HI | 5.1 |
| Puuhale Elementary School Honolulu, HI | 5.2 |
| Kaunakakai Elementary School Kaunakakai, HI | 4.6 |
| Sunset Beach Elementary School Haleiwa, HI | 5.3 |
| Nanakuli Elementary School Waianae, HI | 4.5 |
| Kahaluu Elementary School Kaneohe, HI | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Royal Elementary School
What grades does Royal Elementary School serve?
Royal Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Royal Elementary School?
Royal Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 313 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Royal Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Royal Elementary School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Royal Elementary School rank in HI?
Royal Elementary School ranks #222 of 292 schools in HI.
What is Royal Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Royal Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Royal Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Royal Elementary School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Royal Elementary School a charter school?
No, Royal Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Royal Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Royal Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Royal Elementary School?
60.1% of students at Royal 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 313
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Honolulu County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.9%
- Phone
- (808) 587-4510
Resources & Links
District
Hawaii Department of Education- District Enrollment
- 169,308
- Schools in District
- 295
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,056
- District Rank
- #222 of 292
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