Serving 371 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pearl Harbor Kai Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (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 13:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pearl Harbor Kai Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Pearl Harbor Kai Elementary School's student population of 371 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
371 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1942
School Motto
Pearl Harbor Kai...where students achieve their individual best.
School Rankings
Pearl Harbor Kai Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pearl Harbor Kai Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#51 out of 292 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
24%
Hispanic
19%
19%
Black
10%
1%
White
44%
11%
Hawaiian
3%
25%
Two or more races
18%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
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 Pearl Harbor Kai Elementary School's ranking?
Pearl Harbor Kai Elementary School is ranked #51 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Pearl Harbor Kai Elementary School often compared to?
Pearl Harbor Kai Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pearl Harbor Elementary School, Admiral Chester W Nimitz Elementary School, Aliamanu Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% 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 Pearl Harbor Kai Elementary School?
371 students attend Pearl Harbor Kai Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Pearl Harbor Kai Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pearl Harbor Kai Elementary School?
Pearl Harbor Kai Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pearl Harbor Kai Elementary School offer ?
Pearl Harbor Kai Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pearl Harbor Kai Elementary School part of?
Pearl Harbor Kai Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Pearl Harbor Kai Elementary School located?
Pearl Harbor Kai Elementary School is located in the Naval Station Pearl Harbor neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 3 other public schools located in Naval Station Pearl Harbor.
School Calendar
View the Pearl Harbor Kai Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School (Grades 1-6), Returning PreK students
August 03, 2026 (Monday)
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
No Child Left Behind all the way, no room for projects or anything but just that.
Music Teacher wonderful, but no Art at all.
Facilities are ok.
Parents are not involved, but probably because they are not invited by Principal.
For example: The open house welcome of the Principal at this elemantary school was on closed ciruit, she could not take the time for this important evening to attend in person, and so the story goes. It seems that she is a good administrator to keep the figures straight, as far as caring for the kids, no.
I would not recommend this school presently, although there are some wonderful teachers, but also those teachers who do not believe in the public school system and they send their own children to a private school. Go figure!
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