Serving 376 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Honokaa Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Honokaa Elementary School's student population of 376 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
376 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Honokaa Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Honokaa Elementary School is 0.76, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.80. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#162 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
24%
Hispanic
24%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
5%
11%
Hawaiian
24%
25%
Two or more races
33%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Honokaa Elementary School's ranking?
Honokaa Elementary School is ranked #162 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Honokaa Elementary School often compared to?
Honokaa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waimea Elementary School, Paauilo Elementary & Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Honokaa Elementary School?
376 students attend Honokaa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Honokaa Elementary School students are Two or more races, 24% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Hawaiian, 13% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Honokaa Elementary School?
Honokaa Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Honokaa Elementary School offer ?
Honokaa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Honokaa Elementary School part of?
Honokaa Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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