This is an outstanding school, the best overall school in the Hickam community. Mr. Lee (Principal) is very down to earth and always looks out for his students best interest. The teachers do a superb job and always kept us abreast on our childrens progress. This school is more in tune with the local
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Posted by a parent on 02/10/09
IEP process was slow and arduous. Teachers and staff alike were unprepared for my child's specific learning disability. Staff was unsupportive in the formation of an adequate IEP program and presented many obstacles to a free and equal education.
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Posted by a parent on 02/18/08
Out of the 3 schools in Hickam, Nimitz is more student oriented. The teacher/pupil ratio is very low and they kids are actually learning. My daughter is now in 2nd grade, she started K at Nimitz and so far I have loved every teacher she was in. They encouraged kids to think and actually not only book
... Read more smart but also life smart. The principal, v-principal and the whole staff are very friendly, yet professional and strict to the kids. They also encourage parent involvement throughout the year. We are leaving this year and I'm hoping that my daughter will get the same level of education as what she gets from Nimitz. Thanks and keep up the good work. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/26/07
Unfortunately, because of my schedule; I have not volunteered at the school. I realize by not volunteering, I leave many of the decisions in the hands of others. My child attended an IB school in CO prior to moving here. Her homework at Nimitz was right on track with higher learning. She is challenged
... Read more and her teacher is very involved in her progress. The one thing that stands out is the lack of playground equipment. A school this size should have more for the children to do at recess. I am unaware of any after-school sporting opportunities. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/21/06
This is a great school. I live in Waianae and did not want my daughter to go to school there. I had a hard time getting a district exception for her to start kindergarten, because none of the schools would help me. The person I talked to on the phone at Nimitz tried her best to help me - she gave several
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Posted by a parent on 07/10/06
This was our first experience with a school. Overall I was pretty happy with it. The reading program for kindergartners changed while we were there and I wasn't happy with the new program. My oldest son was in kindergarten with the old program and he learned to read better than my middle son who used
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Posted by a parent on 05/01/06
Nimitz has been an excellent learning place for both of our children. Our son has attended 3 years and our daughter 2. Our son is in 2nd grade and reading at a 5th grade level. Our daughter is in 1st and reading at a 4th grade level. The staff is warm, positive, supportive, patient, caring, professional
... Read more and communicative. I will admit our skepticism upon our arrival as all of the information and experiences we seemed to hear reflected only a negative light on Hawaii schools. The primary years are the most important and the Nimitz faculty and volunteers really put their best foot forward, their heart into what they have chosen to do and - ABOVE ALL - put the children and their needs first. There is a reason they are a nationally recognized Blue Ribbon School! Thank you for preparing our children adequately for their future in education and life! Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/30/05
I don't know about the previous parent's review but I agree with the other two parents. The school is willing to work with me about my children's education. As with any school K-12 the parent has to also take initiative in their kids education. So far my children are excelling and I have identified
... Read more their weaknesses and are helping them at home. As far as I am concerned, the teachers are doing a good job in teaching my kids. Now it's my job to enforce what they are being taught. To do this the teachers have meetings with me and go through their syllabus and their teaching method, I find this to be beneficial to me and my children. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/26/04
What a horrible School. I do not know what the other parents are thinking. I had to pull my son out because the principle and teachers were more concerned with their careers, egos and personal interests than the education of my child. This school feeds the stereotype of poor Hawaiian schools for military
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Posted by a parent on 09/07/04
We love Nimitz Elemantary! My son goes to kindergarten at Nimitz and we have has a very positive experience. I feel he has been very well prepared for 1st grade he is confident and become quite self sufficient. The teachers are warm and approachable as well as the principal and vice principal. Nimitz
... Read more is very family oriented and there are a lot of opprotunities to get involved. We really like this school. Read less
School Profile for Adm Chester W Nimitz Elementary School
Test scores
Enrollment
Programs
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HSA* Test Scores
Grade Level:
Test Year: 2008
Adm Chester W Nimitz Elementary School
Central Oahu School District
Hawaii
* In 2007-2008 Hawaii used the Hawaii State Assessment (HSA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math. The HSA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Hawaii. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the test.
Student enrollment:
366
Students per teacher:
19
Full-time teachers:
19
Number of classrooms:
50
Special Education
Early Childhood Special Needs, Emotionally Challenged, Learning Differences, Speech/Language Pathologists, Title I
Vocational Education
Phys Ed
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Advanced Placement
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Before/After School
"Extended day" programs where the school day is extended before and after school to accommodate working parents. These programs should not be confused with common after school clubs or athletic activities.
Gifted and Talented
A school system may identify 10% to 15% or more of its student population as gifted and talented. A brief description of each area of giftedness or talent as defined by the Office of Gifted and Talented:
general intellectual ability or talent - high intelligence test score (usually two standard deviations above the mean), and high levels of vocabulary, memory, abstract work knowledge and abstract reasoning;
specific academic aptitude or talent in one area such as mathematics or language arts;
creative and productive thinking, the ability to produce new ideas;
leadership ability, the ability to direct individuals or groups to a common decision or action;
visual and performing arts, special talents in visual art, music, dance, drama, or other related studies;
psychomotor ability, such as practical, spatial, mechanical, and physical skills.
Vocation/Technical Curriculum
Vocational and/or technical courses offered within a comprehensive school, usually a senior high school.
Special Education Classes
A school or program within a school that provides services and training to students with moderate to severe mental and/or physical disabilities.
Adult Education Classes
Programs offering GED or equivalent courses for adults within regular schools, whether classes are held during evening or daytime schedules.
English as Second Language
English language classes for students whose first language is not English.
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Honolulu schools — Adm Chester W Nimitz Elementary School is located at 520 Main St, Honolulu HI 96818. 520 Main St is in the Airport neighborhood and 96818 ZIP code in Honolulu, HI The school district for Adm Chester W Nimitz Elementary School is the Central Oahu School District. Adm Chester W Nimitz Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 6.
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