Maili Elementary School

87-360 Kulaaupuni St
Waianae, HI 96792
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 609 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Maili 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 26% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 609 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : Bottom 50% in HI
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 32% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Maili Elementary School's student population of 609 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
609 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Maili 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 Maili Elementary School is 0.74, 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.
This School
State Level (HI)
#244 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
26%
39%
32%
52%
15-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
24%
Hispanic
30%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
4%
11%
Hawaiian
37%
25%
Two or more races
16%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
0.74
(22-23)
62.7%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Maili Elementary School's ranking?
Maili Elementary School is ranked #244 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Maili Elementary School often compared to?
Maili Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leihoku Elementary School, Nanakuli Elementary School, Nanaikapono Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Maili Elementary School?
609 students attend Maili Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Maili Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 30% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maili Elementary School?
Maili Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Maili Elementary School offer ?
Maili Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maili Elementary School part of?
Maili Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 609 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 32% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education

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