Serving 697 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lihikai Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 697 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lihikai Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Lihikai Elementary School's student population of 697 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
697 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lihikai 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 Lihikai Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#137 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
43%
24%
Hispanic
16%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
2%
11%
Hawaiian
28%
25%
Two or more races
11%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lihikai Elementary School's ranking?
Lihikai Elementary School is ranked #137 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Lihikai Elementary School often compared to?
Lihikai Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kahului Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Lihikai Elementary School?
697 students attend Lihikai Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Lihikai Elementary School students are Asian, 28% of students are Hawaiian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lihikai Elementary School?
Lihikai Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lihikai Elementary School offer ?
Lihikai Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lihikai Elementary School part of?
Lihikai Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
SPRING BREAK
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Students' LAST DAY (End of Q4)
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
SUMMER BREAK
June 02, 2025 (Monday)
Teacher Workday (LAST DAY for TEACHERS)
June 02, 2025 (Monday)
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