Serving 524 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, King Kaumualii Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than 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: 524 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
King Kaumualii Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
King Kaumualii Elementary School's student population of 524 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
524 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
King Kaumualii 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 King Kaumualii Elementary School is 0.78, 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
#70 out of 292 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
25%
24%
Hispanic
17%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
6%
11%
Hawaiian
23%
25%
Two or more races
29%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
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 King Kaumualii Elementary School's ranking?
King Kaumualii Elementary School is ranked #70 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are King Kaumualii Elementary School often compared to?
King Kaumualii Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend King Kaumualii Elementary School?
524 students attend King Kaumualii Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of King Kaumualii Elementary School students are Two or more races, 25% of students are Asian, 23% of students are Hawaiian, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of King Kaumualii Elementary School?
King Kaumualii Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does King Kaumualii Elementary School offer ?
King Kaumualii Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is King Kaumualii Elementary School part of?
King Kaumualii Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Thank u ... King k was the best school I ever been too! I've been there for 6 years or 5 but it was the best.. Kids like us should start going there cause it is the best school in the universe ...
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