The Royal School is a historic school founded in 1839 in Honolulu, Hawaiʻi, as the Chiefs' Children's School. The school was renamed as the Royal School in 1846. After the boarding closed in 1850, it became a day school for children. It later became a public elementary school, and moved to its present campus in 1967.
Serving 293 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Royal Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Royal Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Royal Elementary School's student population of 293 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
293 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Motto
Together, Smarter, Better, Higher.
School Rankings
Royal Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Royal Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#84 out of 292 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
24%
24%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
2%
1%
White
6%
11%
Hawaiian
33%
25%
Two or more races
21%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Royal Elementary School's ranking?
Royal Elementary School is ranked #84 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Royal Elementary School often compared to?
Royal Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like President Abraham Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Royal Elementary School?
293 students attend Royal Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Royal Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 24% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Royal Elementary School?
Royal Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Royal Elementary School offer ?
Royal Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Royal Elementary School part of?
Royal Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Royal Elementary School located?
Royal Elementary School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 2 other public schools located in Downtown.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School for students
August 03, 2026 (Monday)
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