Koko Head Elementary School

301 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Koko Head Elementary School, located in the Hawaii Kai community of Honolulu, serves students from kindergarten through fifth grade. As a public institution within the Hawaii State Department of Education, the school is known for its focus on providing a well-rounded academic foundation while fostering a supportive, community-oriented environment. Its location near the base of the iconic Koko Head crater reflects the school’s deep connection to the local neighborhood and the unique cultural landscape of East Oahu.

The school emphasizes character development and academic growth, often utilizing its proximity to the natural beauty of Hawaii to enrich student learning experiences. With a commitment to preparing students for success in middle school and beyond, Koko Head Elementary focuses on integrating modern educational standards with the values of the local community. It remains a central hub for families in the 96825 zip code, maintaining a reputation for being a dedicated, neighborhood-focused school.

301

Total Students

20.5

Full-Time Teachers

14.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

19.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Koko Head Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	61
Hispanic	35
Black	4
Asian	73
Two or More	103
Pacific Islander	25

Two or More
103 (34.2%)
Asian
73 (24.3%)
White
61 (20.3%)
Hispanic
35 (11.6%)
Pacific Islander
25 (8.3%)
Black
4 (1.3%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Hawaii Department of Education
Phone:	(808)397-5811
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	301
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	20.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	44
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	16

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 6

Kindergarten 49

Grade 1 54

Grade 2 44

Grade 3 52

Grade 4 46

Grade 5 50

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Koko Head Elementary School
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	6
Kindergarten	49
Grade 1	54
Grade 2	44
Grade 3	52
Grade 4	46
Grade 5	50

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Koko Head Elementary School
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	131	43.5%
Male	170	56.5%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)