Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School

Lt. Col. Horace Meek Hickam Elementary School is located at 825 Manzelman Circle, Honolulu, on Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam near Honolulu International Airport. The school serves grades PK–6 and enrolls about 541 students, with a student–teacher ratio of approximately 15:1. Recent assessment data show roughly 75% of students are proficient in math and about 78% are proficient in reading. The student body is nearly balanced, with about 50% male and 50% female. The???????????????? educational environment at the school is one in which students are backed academically and a sense of community is felt. There are programs that help the students adjust to frequent changes and, at the same time, establish strong social and academic bases. The prices of houses in the greater Honolulu area range from approximately $700,000 to $1,200,000, reflecting the strong demand in the local real estate market near JB PHH. Parents, on their part, say that teachers communicate well and are caring and that kids grow in a close-knit, loving environment. Lt. Col. Horace Meek Hickam Elementary School, a community-engaged and achievement-driven school, is ranked among the top elementary schools in ????????????????Hawaii.

Lt. Col. Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School was recently recognized with the Purple Star NORBERT Hawaii Award. The honor highlights the school’s strong commitment to supporting military-connected students and families. Staff and community partners continue to prioritize resources and programs for these students.

Q1. How does Hickam Elementary help students learn about the routines of a community with a military connection?

Ans. Teachers discuss rules like being on time, being polite, and making smooth transitions that are similar to the structured environment that many families are used to.

Q2. How does the school help students learn how to manage their time better during class?

Ans. Students learn how long tasks should take and when to switch by using visual timers and cues from their teachers.

Q3. What routines do students use to become ready for days when there is a substitute teacher?

Ans. Classrooms go over the rules and responsibilities of students so that routines stay the same even when the teacher changes.

Q4. How does Hickam Elementary help students learn how to be respectful when using flags?

Ans. Students learn how to behave properly during flag-related activities or announcements, such as standing still and showing respect.

Q5. How does the school help students learn how to move safely during emergency drills?

Ans. Teachers practice walking routes, listening for directions, and staying with their assigned groups to ensure everyone stays calm.