Serving 549 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mauka Lani Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mauka Lani Elementary School serves the northwest part of Kapolei, HI, covering an attendance area of approximately 12.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mauka Lani Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
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School Overview
Mauka Lani Elementary School's student population of 549 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
549 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mauka Lani Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mauka Lani Elementary School is 0.79, 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
#136 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
13%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
30%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
9%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
18%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
27%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.1%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mauka Lani Elementary School's ranking?
Mauka Lani Elementary School is ranked #136 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Mauka Lani Elementary School often compared to?
Mauka Lani Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Makakilo Elementary School, Barbers Point Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Mauka Lani Elementary School?
549 students attend Mauka Lani Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Mauka Lani Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Two or more races, 18% of students are Hawaiian, 13% of students are Asian, 9% of students are White, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mauka Lani Elementary School?
Mauka Lani Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mauka Lani Elementary School offer ?
Mauka Lani Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mauka Lani Elementary School part of?
Mauka Lani Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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