Serving 260 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Puuhale Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Puuhale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Puuhale Elementary School's student population of 260 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
260 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Puuhale Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Puuhale Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#237 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
29%
26%
Hispanic
10%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
n/a
11%
Hawaiian
52%
26%
Two or more races
9%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Puuhale Elementary School's ranking?
Puuhale Elementary School is ranked #237 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Puuhale Elementary School often compared to?
Puuhale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kalihi Kai Elementary School, Kauluwela Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Puuhale Elementary School?
260 students attend Puuhale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Puuhale Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 29% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Puuhale Elementary School?
Puuhale Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Puuhale Elementary School offer ?
Puuhale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Puuhale Elementary School part of?
Puuhale Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School (Calendar)
May 30, 2024 (Thursday)
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