Serving 540 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pomaikai Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pomaikai Elementary School's student population of 540 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
540 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pomaikai Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pomaikai Elementary School is 0.78, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.80. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#76 out of 292 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
26%
26%
Hispanic
18%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
14%
11%
Hawaiian
10%
26%
Two or more races
32%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pomaikai Elementary School's ranking?
Pomaikai Elementary School is ranked #76 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Pomaikai Elementary School often compared to?
Pomaikai Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kahului Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Pomaikai Elementary School?
540 students attend Pomaikai Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Pomaikai Elementary School students are Two or more races, 26% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, and 10% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pomaikai Elementary School?
Pomaikai Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pomaikai Elementary School offer ?
Pomaikai Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Pomaikai Elementary School part of?
Pomaikai Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Students Last Day
May 30, 2024 (Thursday)
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