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Waikiki Elementary School

Summary:

Waikiki Elementary School is a public elementary school in Honolulu, Hawaii, serving grades PK-5 with a student population of 554. The school is part of the Hawaii Department of Education district, which is ranked 1 out of 1 in the state and rated 5 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger.

Waikiki Elementary School consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in Hawaii, maintaining a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger for several years. The school demonstrates exceptional student performance on standardized tests, with proficiency rates significantly higher than the state averages. For example, in the 2022-2023 school year, 81% of students were proficient in English Language Arts, compared to the state average of 49-55%, and 80% were proficient in Mathematics, compared to the state average of 44-52%. Waikiki Elementary School also has a relatively low chronic absenteeism rate of 16.1%, which is lower than the state average and several of the nearby schools.

While Waikiki Elementary School consistently outperforms the nearby schools in academic achievement, some of the nearby schools, such as Hokulani Elementary School and Aliiolani Elementary School, also demonstrate strong performance and are ranked highly in the state. The school's high performance may be attributed to factors such as effective teaching practices, strong parental involvement, and a focus on personalized learning and support for students.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

 3710 Leahi Ave
       Honolulu, HI  96815

(808) 971-6900

District: Hawaii Department of Education

SchoolDigger Rank:
12th of 207 Hawaii Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $15,173 Help


Students who attend Waikiki Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:    Kaimuki Middle School
High:    Kalani High School

Student/teacher ratio:  15.1 Help
Number of students:  554

Racial breakdown:

Asian:
35.4%
Two or more races:
33.6%
White:
16.6%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  21.7% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Waikiki Elementary School ranks better than 94.2% of elementary schools in Hawaii. It also ranks 12th among 183 ranked elementary schools in the Hawaii Department of Education School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 95.54. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Waikiki Elementary School has the largest elementary school student body size in the Hawaii Department of Education School District.  (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Waikiki Elementary School is $15,173. 146 elementary schools in the Hawaii Department of Education School District spend more per student.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Waikiki Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks Waikiki Elementary School 12th of 207 Hawaii public elementary schools. (See Waikiki Elementary School in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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Hawaii Department of Education:

SchoolDigger ranks Hawaii Department of Education 1st of 1 Hawaii school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Waikiki Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at Waikiki Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools HI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 85.54 19th 194 90.2%
2007 86.13 17th 192 91.1%
2008 79.10 21st 146 85.6%
2009 77.30 29th 191 84.8%
2010 81.00 24th 183 86.9%
2011 95.50 1st 191 99.5%
2012 85.24 21st 195 89.2%
2013 87.43 17th 196 91.3%
2015 96.13 2nd 194 99.0%
2016 97.08 2nd 195 99.0%
2017 96.52 5th 207 97.6%
2018 88.56 17th 193 91.2%
2019 93.11 5th 196 97.4%
2021 94.58 9th 196 95.4%
2022 93.48 11th 193 94.3%
2023 94.91 2nd 195 99.0%
2024 95.54 12th 207 94.2%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Waikiki Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools HI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 94.20 16th 198 91.9%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Waikiki Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools HI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 94.27 14th 207 93.2%
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Rank History for Asian students at Waikiki Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools HI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 83.53 33rd 203 83.7%
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Rank History for African American students at Waikiki Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools HI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 94.40 17th 160 89.4%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Waikiki Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools HI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 52.62 95th 165 42.4%
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Rank History for Pacific Islander students at Waikiki Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools HI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 0.00 183rd 196 6.6%
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Rank History for White students at Waikiki Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools HI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 82.04 33rd 202 83.7%
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Data source: test scores: Hawaii State Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Waikiki Elementary School Test Scores
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Data source: Hawaii Department of Education

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Reviews:
by a parent
Friday, May 4, 2018

Open Quote Good by Hawaii standards but bad compared to the mainland. It's a happy playful school and they could spend a little more time for studying. Close Quote


by a parent
Friday, September 28, 2012

Open Quote After doing some research we decided its one of the best public school in Hawaii. We got a GE for my child. This is his 2nd year attending the school and I have no regret. The teacher he had last year was one of the best teacher. He made sure he was on track. And because of that, going to the next grade level is more at ease. The teacher he have now is also great. And the office staff and all the other staff are all pleasant and friendly. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Waikiki Elementary School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 33 2 194 2 1 n/a n/a 0 232
1989 42 0 180 2 1 n/a n/a 0 225
1990 49 2 205 2 0 n/a n/a 0 258
1991 51 2 193 3 0 n/a n/a 0 249
1992 51 1 196 9 0 n/a n/a 0 257
1993 46 3 225 10 1 n/a n/a 0 285
1994 57 3 232 10 1 n/a n/a 0 303
1995 56 4 250 7 0 n/a n/a 0 317
1996 56 4 250 7 0 n/a n/a 0 317
1997 69 4 254 7 0 n/a n/a 9 343
1998 68 1 256 9 0 n/a n/a 0 334
1999 68 2 266 6 0 n/a n/a 0 342
2000 67 4 263 4 0 n/a n/a 0 338
2001 59 3 257 6 1 n/a n/a 0 326
2002 64 2 262 8 0 n/a n/a 0 336
2003 64 2 262 8 0 n/a n/a 0 336
2004 87 3 266 7 0 n/a n/a 0 363
2005 80 4 249 5 2 n/a n/a 0 340
2006 70 3 265 6 2 n/a n/a 0 346
2007 90 5 272 4 1 n/a n/a 0 372
2008 93 4 287 8 0 n/a n/a 0 392
2009 100 5 290 8 0 n/a n/a 0 403
2010 106 2 306 12 1 n/a n/a 0 427
2011 51 0 199 18 0 64 104 0 436
2012 44 5 181 26 0 55 113 0 424
2013 58 2 204 34 0 58 127 0 483
2014 56 3 202 41 0 49 162 0 513
2015 55 4 212 45 0 45 161 0 522
2016 68 5 216 52 0 43 163 0 547
2017 84 4 217 52 0 41 172 0 570
2018 97 3 222 52 0 37 176 0 587
2019 97 3 229 67 0 30 174 0 600
2020 104 1 203 67 0 26 183 0 584
2021 102 1 201 64 0 30 177 0 575
2022 87 2 192 62 0 21 180 0 544
2023 92 2 196 56 0 22 186 0 554

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Waikiki Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 232 15.5 14.9 19.8
1989 225 11.5 19.5 15.6
1990 258 13.5 19.1 7.8
1991 249 12.0 20.7 8.8
1992 257 12.5 20.5 14.8
1993 285 12.5 22.8 11.9
1994 303 13.5 22.4 11.9
1995 317 15.0 21.1 11.7
1996 317 15.0 21.1 11.7
1997 343 16.5 20.8 22.5
1998 334 16.0 20.9 20.4
1999 342 16.5 20.7 24.9
2000 338 17.0 19.9 22.2
2001 326 19.0 17.2 34
2002 336 18.0 18.7 35.1
2003 336 18.0 18.7 35.1
2004 363 19.5 18.6 32.8
2005 340 18.5 18.4 36.8
2006 346 21.5 16.1 41.3
2007 372 21.5 17.3 39.8
2008 392 23.0 17.0 37.5
2009 403 25.0 16.1 37.7
2010 427 26.0 16.4 42.2
2011 436 27.0 16.1 41.3
2012 424 25.5 16.6 39.2
2013 483 26.5 18.2 38.1
2014 513 25.5 20.1 34.3
2015 522 28.0 18.6 29.3
2016 547 30.0 18.2 28.2
2017 570 31.5 18.0 26
2018 587 31.5 18.6 24
2019 600 32.5 18.4 22.2
2020 584 32.0 18.2 21.1
2021 575 33.0 17.4 23
2022 544 33.0 16.4 20.2
2023 554 36.5 15.1 21.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Waikiki Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 232 15.5 14.9 19.8
1989 225 11.5 19.5 15.6
1990 258 13.5 19.1 7.8
1991 249 12.0 20.7 8.8
1992 257 12.5 20.5 14.8
1993 285 12.5 22.8 11.9
1994 303 13.5 22.4 11.9
1995 317 15.0 21.1 11.7
1996 317 15.0 21.1 11.7
1997 343 16.5 20.8 22.5
1998 334 16.0 20.9 20.4
1999 342 16.5 20.7 24.9
2000 338 17.0 19.9 22.2
2001 326 19.0 17.2 34
2002 336 18.0 18.7 35.1
2003 336 18.0 18.7 35.1
2004 363 19.5 18.6 32.8
2005 340 18.5 18.4 36.8
2006 346 21.5 16.1 41.3
2007 372 21.5 17.3 39.8
2008 392 23.0 17.0 37.5
2009 403 25.0 16.1 37.7
2010 427 26.0 16.4 42.2
2011 436 27.0 16.1 41.3
2012 424 25.5 16.6 39.2
2013 483 26.5 18.2 38.1
2014 513 25.5 20.1 34.3
2015 522 28.0 18.6 29.3
2016 547 30.0 18.2 28.2
2017 570 31.5 18.0 26
2018 587 31.5 18.6 24
2019 600 32.5 18.4 22.2
2020 584 32.0 18.2 21.1
2021 575 33.0 17.4 23
2022 544 33.0 16.4 20.2
2023 554 36.5 15.1 21.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Waikiki Elementary School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,064 (7.0%) $14,109 (93.0%) $15,173

Data source: Hawaii Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Waikiki Elementary School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 5th of 196 Elementary schoolsRanks 2nd of 195 Elementary schools
 1.5%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Waikiki Elementary School)8684
 2%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Hawaii)5349
 4%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Waikiki Elementary School)8490
 6%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Hawaii)5652
 4%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Waikiki Elementary School)8478
 6%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Hawaii)5251
 1%
4th Grade Mathematics (Waikiki Elementary School)8581
 4%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Hawaii)4950
 1%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Waikiki Elementary School)7482
 8%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Hawaii)5755
 2%
5th Grade Mathematics (Waikiki Elementary School)6869
 1%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Hawaii)4444
All Grades English Language Arts (Waikiki Elementary School)8181
All Grades Mathematics (Waikiki Elementary School)7980
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Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students600554
 7.7%
African American32
 33.3%
American Indian00
Asian229196
 14.4%
Hispanic6756
 16.4%
Pacific Islander3022
 26.7%
White9792
 5.2%
Two or More Races174186
 6.9%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients22.2%21.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions about Waikiki Elementary School

Students who attend Waikiki Elementary School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Kaimuki Middle School
High : Kalani High School

Yes. Waikiki Elementary School ranks in the top 5.8% of Hawaii elementary schools.

In the 2022-23 school year, 554 students attended Waikiki Elementary School.

Students at Waikiki Elementary School are 35% Asian, 34% Two or more races, 17% White, 10% Hispanic, 4% Pacific Islander.


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