Kealakehe Elementary School

Kealakehe Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-5
74-5118 Kealakaa St,  Kailua Kona, HI
Hawaii Department Of Education
2.0
4.8
900 Students
C
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Math Proficiency
13%
Reading Proficiency
24%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

C-
Academics
C
Teachers
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

Niche grades and rankings are calculated using dozens of public data sets and millions of reviews. Niche data scientists and user researchers rigorously analyze data and user opinions to assess the key aspects of K-12 Schools, Colleges, and Places to Live. Every month, millions of students and families use the Niche grades and report cards to find the right school or neighborhood.

Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
24%
Math Proficiency
13%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
65
Full Time Teachers
65
Teachers in First or Second Year
23.4%

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology

GreatSchools Rating Details

Test Scores

Math
24.2%
State Average
38%
Science
30.3%
State Average
39.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
329:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.2%
Female
48.8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
45.5%
Two or more races
20.2%
Hispanic
20.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
7.7%
White
6.4%
Black
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
2.0 2 Reviews
3.0 Parent
4/7/2018
Decent school. The principal is excellent but most staff are just there for a job. I've had to fight with the school on several occasions just to ensure my child's safty.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.8 8 Reviews
5.0 other
12/17/2015
Kealakehe Elementary is the center of our school community. It is one of the largest school in the state, offering a wide range of programs to fit all the needs of every student.
5.0 teacher
1/12/2014
The teachers care about each and every student. There are structures in place to support the needs of all learners. The school offers a variety of after school support programs and enrichment.
5.0 teacher
1/8/2014
Teachers, staff and administrators at our school are positive, upbeat and care about our students. In spite of the demands of common core and new requirements our teachers still put students education fist! :) I'm proud to teach with these wonderful people and to have such excellent students and par...
5.0 parent
1/7/2014
I am honored to have my children attend this school. Staff is honest, compassionate, intelligent, and heroic. It is a large school that feels like a small, intimate when within its classroom walls. The principal - a mainstay for over a decade - leads with integrity and patience. One of my dear frien...

Agents Specializing in Attendance Zone

See All Agents

Map

Attendance Zone

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Additional Schools in the Area

Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools
Choice Schools

Choice schools may not serve this home. Please check the school district website to see all schools serving this home.

Parks in this Area

Additional Neighborhoods in this Area

Kealakehe Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Kailua Kona, HI, in the Kailua Kona neighborhood, and is served by the Hawaii Department Of Education in Hawaii. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 900 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 13% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 24% are proficient in reading. Kealakehe Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $1,246,723. Discover additional schools in the area, like Kealakehe High School, Makua Lani Christian Academy, Kealakehe Intermediate School, and more. Learn more about what Kailua Kona has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Kealakehe Elementary School.

Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.