Serving 402 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Major General William R Shafter Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Major General William R Shafter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Major General William R Shafter Elementary School's student population of 402 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
402 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Major General William R Shafter 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 Major General William R Shafter 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
#59 out of 292 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
26%
Hispanic
22%
18%
Black
12%
1%
White
38%
11%
Hawaiian
4%
26%
Two or more races
16%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Major General William R Shafter Elementary School's ranking?
Major General William R Shafter Elementary School is ranked #59 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Major General William R Shafter Elementary School often compared to?
Major General William R Shafter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moanalua Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Major General William R Shafter Elementary School?
402 students attend Major General William R Shafter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Major General William R Shafter Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Major General William R Shafter Elementary School?
Major General William R Shafter Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Major General William R Shafter Elementary School offer ?
Major General William R Shafter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Major General William R Shafter Elementary School part of?
Major General William R Shafter Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Major General William R Shafter Elementary School located?
Major General William R Shafter Elementary School is located in the Moanalua neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 3 other public schools located in Moanalua.
School Calendar
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Date
STUDENT'S LAST DAY OF SCHOOL
May 30, 2024 (Thursday)
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