Serving 270 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Manana Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher 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 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Manana Elementary School serves the northwest part of Pearl City, HI, covering an attendance area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manana Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Manana Elementary School's student population of 270 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
270 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Mānana School is a professional, positive, and caring environment where student needs are met by addressing the whole child.
School Rankings
Manana Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manana 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
#25 out of 292 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
42%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
12%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
26%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manana Elementary School's ranking?
Manana Elementary School is ranked #25 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Manana Elementary School often compared to?
Manana Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Momilani Elementary School, Palisades Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Manana Elementary School?
270 students attend Manana Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Manana Elementary School students are Asian, 26% of students are Two or more races, 18% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manana Elementary School?
Manana Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Manana Elementary School offer ?
Manana Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manana Elementary School part of?
Manana Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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