Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School

1618 Palama St
Honolulu, HI 96817
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 227 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Princess Miriam K Likelike 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 227 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • : Top 50% in HI
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School serves the northwest part of Honolulu, HI, covering an area of approximately 0.2 square miles. Most families in this zone are typically a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.4 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School's student population of 227 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
227 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Year Founded
1922
School Calendar

School Rankings

Princess Miriam K Likelike 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 Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School is 0.68, 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)
#139 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

40-44%
39%

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

45-49%
52%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

30-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
41%
24%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
9%
19%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hawaiian
37%
25%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
13%
20%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
100%
0.68

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
58.2%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School's ranking?
Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School is ranked #139 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School?
227 students attend Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School students are Asian, 37% of students are Hawaiian, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School?
Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School offer ?
Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School part of?
Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School located?
Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School is located in the Kalihi Palama neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 10 other public schools located in Kalihi Palama.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 227 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • : Top 50%
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School serves the northwest part of Honolulu, HI, covering an area of approximately 0.2 square miles. Most families in this zone are typically a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.4 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education

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