Serving 493 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pohakea 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 45% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 493 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pohakea Elementary School serves the northwest part of Ewa Beach, HI, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pohakea Elementary School's student population of 493 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
493 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1962
School Motto
Engage... Empower... Enlighten
School Rankings
Pohakea 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 Pohakea Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#106 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
32%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
21%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
22%
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)47.7%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pohakea Elementary School's ranking?
Pohakea Elementary School is ranked #106 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Pohakea Elementary School often compared to?
Pohakea Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ewa Beach Elementary School, Keoneula Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Pohakea Elementary School?
493 students attend Pohakea Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Pohakea Elementary School students are Asian, 22% of students are Two or more races, 21% of students are Hawaiian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pohakea Elementary School?
Pohakea Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pohakea Elementary School offer ?
Pohakea Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pohakea Elementary School part of?
Pohakea Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Pohakea Elementary School located?
Pohakea Elementary School is located in the Ewa neighborhood of Ewa Beach, HI. There are 10 other public schools located in Ewa.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School- Spring Break
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
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