Serving 412 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Naalehu Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower 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 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Naalehu Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Naalehu Elementary School's student population of 412 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
412 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Naalehu 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 Naalehu Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#286 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
24%
Hispanic
15%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
14%
11%
Hawaiian
53%
25%
Two or more races
12%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Naalehu Elementary School's ranking?
Naalehu Elementary School is ranked #286 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Naalehu Elementary School?
412 students attend Naalehu Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Naalehu Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Naalehu Elementary School?
Naalehu Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Naalehu Elementary School offer ?
Naalehu Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Naalehu Elementary School part of?
Naalehu Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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