Serving 565 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Keonepoko Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 565 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Keonepoko Elementary School serves the southeast part of Pahoa, HI, covering an attendance zone of approximately 88.4 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 6.1 miles and the furthest edge located 8.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Keonepoko Elementary School's student population of 565 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
565 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Keonepoko Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Keonepoko Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#273 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
24%
Hispanic
36%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
9%
11%
Hawaiian
35%
25%
Two or more races
17%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.3%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Keonepoko Elementary School's ranking?
Keonepoko Elementary School is ranked #273 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Keonepoko Elementary School?
565 students attend Keonepoko Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Keonepoko Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Hawaiian, 17% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Keonepoko Elementary School?
Keonepoko Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Keonepoko Elementary School offer ?
Keonepoko Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Keonepoko Elementary School part of?
Keonepoko Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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