Elementary Schools in Hawaii Department of Education

The Hawaii Department of Education oversees 184 elementary schools serving students across the state. These schools exhibit a wide range of academic performance, with some standout institutions like Momilani Elementary School, Mililani Ike Elementary School, and Waikiki Elementary School ranking among the top 5% of Hawaii's elementary schools. These high-performing schools boast exceptional test scores, with 75-90% of students proficient in English Language Arts and Mathematics.

However, the data also reveals significant achievement gaps between the highest and lowest-performing schools. For example, 5th grade Math proficiency rates range from just 6% to 85%, highlighting the disparities in educational outcomes across the state. These gaps appear to be correlated with socioeconomic factors, as schools with higher percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch tend to have lower academic performance. Additionally, schools in more affluent urban areas like Honolulu and Mililani generally outperform those in rural and economically disadvantaged communities like Waianae and Mountain View.

Despite these challenges, the data suggests that with the right resources and strategies, even the lowest-performing Hawaii Department of Education elementary schools have the potential to improve and narrow these achievement gaps. The top-performing schools demonstrate that high-quality education is achievable, and their success can serve as a model for elevating the quality of education across the state.