Serving 659 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Maemae Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 659 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maemae Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Maemae Elementary School's student population of 659 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
659 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maemae Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maemae Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#13 out of 292 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
47%
26%
Hispanic
9%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
3%
11%
Hawaiian
12%
26%
Two or more races
29%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maemae Elementary School's ranking?
Maemae Elementary School is ranked #13 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Maemae Elementary School often compared to?
Maemae Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nuuanu Elementary School, Pauoa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Maemae Elementary School?
659 students attend Maemae Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Maemae Elementary School students are Asian, 29% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hawaiian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maemae Elementary School?
Maemae Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Maemae Elementary School offer ?
Maemae Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Maemae Elementary School part of?
Maemae Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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