We had a child go to a different much raved about elementary school closely affiliated with federally connected children, for our Kindergarten child this year we chose Aliamanu. It also has many military kids, but I find it refreshing that the children here still have autonomy. This school does not
... Read more over supervise the children, and that gives them a way to learn and have a sense of independence and pride to do things alone. It is not a 'Nanny' school, the yards are not plush green, Teachers care at this school, and as old as the buildings are, they do good with what they have. During the furlough now, the Principal is doing everything possible to work with the parents, i am impressed with her initiative and can do for the children attitude. Great school Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/02/09
It is very unfortunate that my daughter does to this school, I thank God that my oldest has finally moved on to Jr. High/Middle School. I have solid proof on just how terrible this school is and the continuous mistakes this school keeps making. My daughter finally got assigned to a teacher that seems
... Read more to be half way decent. For the last 2/3 years I can honestly say that the teachers are poor, poor in their teaching skills. Before coming here I use to be highly active in the schools, but here, I have no desire. I think as a parent, I would highly suggest to you to dig into what is going on at the school. If the Superintendent, Principal or counselors read this they will know exactly who I am. I have had many incidents with this school that were/are appalling. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/21/08
this school lacks basic needs such as yard duty and security. it is an open campus on which the teachers are the primary security force and that is if they are out or happen to notice suspicious things or people. as with most schools here there s no air conditioning. there are about 800 kids and only
... Read more three play grounds which have to be shared with many classes from different grade levels. pe for most kids is every other week. there re however a few teachers that are well worth have and unfortunately many disenchanted teacher who have seemed to have lost their passion. Unfortunately many hold two jobs and not just in the off season to supplement their income. as far as parent involvement the stats are in accurate there were a few hundred volunteers throughout this year. If you are new incoming to kindergarten I would definitely recommend Mrs. Miyata. She is both stern and caring, and very detail oriented. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/22/08
G A R B A G E. If you want your kids to receive some kind of decent education do not send them here. The teachers send assignment papers home with misspelled words and horrible grammar. It really makes you wonder how and what they really teach in class or if they do anything at all.
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Posted by a parent on 05/20/08
We love Aliamanu! We are a salty Navy family that has moved five times in the last ten years, and I can say that this school is better than the 'excellent' school at our last duty station. I have friends all over, and I have compared my daughter's curriculum with that of my friends' children--Aliamanu
... Read more is right on target with mainland schools. I'm sure some new kids will be ahead and others will be behind. Unfortunately for military families, there will always be variation from state to state as far as educational objectives for each grade level because schools are administered at the state level, not federal. My daughter's teacher is fabulous, and the office staff are professional. The PTO members clearly work hard as well. I recommend this school, and suggest that parents remember that things may seem worse than they are during the first year at a new duty station. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/18/08
My insight into Aliamanu Elementary is this: while we were stationed there I wondered if my children would be given a good education so they could transition back into the mainland schools with out needing to play catch up. After four years we moved from Hawaii to Michigan both my children took state
... Read more test and both scored within the 90 percentile for all subjects. I feel that this school laid a very solid foundation for both their academic achievements. I am so glad they received a high quality of intellectually and culture from Aliamanu Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/05/07
My child is currently attending Aliamanu. We just transferred here 2 months ago, and I am not impressed. The work she completes at home never comes back graded. It took a long time for her to get her math book, and one of her other books was already written in from a previous years student! Her class
... Read more is overcrowded.The office staff are very unwelcoming, and that is one of the reasons I haven't come in to volunteer (which is something I did at every other school she attended). I have raised these issues with the vice principal over two weeks ago, and am yet to get a response! I wish I had the money to send her to a private school, I am considering homeschooling. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/26/07
We were a military family that had all of our children go to this school at one point. There is too much emphasis on Hawaiin and Chinese culture and not enough U.S. history. I retired last year and moved to the mainland and I must say that the new school's that my kids are attending are great. There
... Read more was a huge learning curve for them as they were way behind their peers at the new schools. The reason I felt is that the administration and teachers are not there to teach. I really have nothing good to say about this school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/21/07
My son is entering 1st grade this year and I couldn't be happier with the school. Yes, buildings are outdated (not the administrations fault)and need repairs and updates which they are finally getting. Construction is ongoing but has been moving in a timely manner. You have to go with the good and
... Read more the bad at any school and I think Aliamanu is no different. On the other side, free after school programs are offered once a quarter allowing students to get exposed to arts and languages. The PTA works hard to raise funds and support not only the students but the teachers as well. Several family events take place throughout the year- movie night, talent show, Christmas program. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/29/07
I feel this school is very poorly run. Teachers are wonderful. My sons first grade teacher was the best! I wish Ms Ogawa would move up with my son. Very easy to talk to, very willing to help all students when needed and always had an open door. The Office staff very poor! Principal and Asst. were always
... Read more in meetings. Very rarely were we able to call and talk with them. PTA very unorganized... Overall Staff (teachers & lunch room staff) were great. School needs alot of help. Read less
* 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:
775
Students per teacher:
11
Full-time teachers:
68
Number of classrooms:
45
Special Education
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English as Second Language
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Honolulu schools — Aliamanu Elementary School is located at 3265 Salt Lake Blvd, Honolulu HI 96818. 3265 Salt Lake Blvd is in the Aliamanu - Salt Lakes - Foster Village neighborhood and 96818 ZIP code in Honolulu, HI The school district for Aliamanu Elementary School is the Central Oahu School District. Aliamanu Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 6.
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