Serving 455 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pukalani 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 57% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pukalani Elementary School serves the northern part of its school district in Makawao, HI, covering an area of approximately 23.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 7.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pukalani Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Pukalani Elementary School's student population of 455 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
455 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
1976
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pukalani 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 Pukalani 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
#72 out of 292 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
25%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
32%
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)49.5%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pukalani Elementary School's ranking?
Pukalani Elementary School is ranked #72 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Pukalani Elementary School often compared to?
Pukalani Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kula Elementary School, Makawao Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Pukalani Elementary School?
455 students attend Pukalani Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Pukalani Elementary School students are Two or more races, 25% of students are Hawaiian, 21% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, and 11% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pukalani Elementary School?
Pukalani Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pukalani Elementary School offer ?
Pukalani Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pukalani Elementary School part of?
Pukalani Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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