Serving 353 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lanakila Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 39% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lanakila Elementary School's student population of 353 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
353 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lanakila Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lanakila Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#126 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
63%
26%
Hispanic
7%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
1%
11%
Hawaiian
21%
26%
Two or more races
8%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lanakila Elementary School's ranking?
Lanakila Elementary School is ranked #126 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Lanakila Elementary School often compared to?
Lanakila Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maemae Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Lanakila Elementary School?
353 students attend Lanakila Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Lanakila Elementary School students are Asian, 21% of students are Hawaiian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lanakila Elementary School?
Lanakila Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lanakila Elementary School offer ?
Lanakila Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lanakila Elementary School part of?
Lanakila Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Lanakila Elementary School located?
Lanakila Elementary School is located in the Liliha Kapalama neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 1 other public schools located in Liliha Kapalama.
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