Serving 545 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pomaikai Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 60% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher 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 88% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pomaikai Elementary School serves the northern part of Kahului, HI, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pomaikai Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Pomaikai Elementary School's student population of 545 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
545 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2007
Campus Size
5 acres
School Motto
Learning is a Journey. Each Person Plays a Critical Role.
School Rankings
Pomaikai Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pomaikai Elementary School is 0.78, 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
#61 out of 292 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
23%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
13%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
31%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-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 Pomaikai Elementary School's ranking?
Pomaikai Elementary School is ranked #61 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Pomaikai Elementary School often compared to?
Pomaikai Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kahului Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Pomaikai Elementary School?
545 students attend Pomaikai Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Pomaikai Elementary School students are Two or more races, 23% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Hawaiian, and 12% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pomaikai Elementary School?
Pomaikai Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pomaikai Elementary School offer ?
Pomaikai Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pomaikai Elementary School part of?
Pomaikai Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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