Serving 750 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Puu Kukui Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher 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: 750 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Puu Kukui Elementary School serves the northern part of Wailuku, HI, covering an area of approximately 34.3 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can expect an average drive time of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Puu Kukui Elementary School's student population of 750 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
750 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Puu Kukui 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 Puu Kukui 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
#80 out of 292 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Asian
20%
24%
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Hispanic
21%
19%
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White
11%
11%
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Hawaiian
21%
25%
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Two or more races
27%
20%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.7%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Puu Kukui Elementary School's ranking?
Puu Kukui Elementary School is ranked #80 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Puu Kukui Elementary School often compared to?
Puu Kukui Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wailuku Elementary School, Waihee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Puu Kukui Elementary School?
750 students attend Puu Kukui Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of Puu Kukui Elementary School students are Two or more races, 21% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Hawaiian, 20% of students are Asian, and 11% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Puu Kukui Elementary School?
Puu Kukui Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Puu Kukui Elementary School offer ?
Puu Kukui Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Puu Kukui Elementary School part of?
Puu Kukui Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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