Serving 585 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 57% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Pomaikai Elementary School's student population of 585 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
585 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
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
#63 out of 292 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
24%
Hispanic
21%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
13%
11%
Hawaiian
11%
25%
Two or more races
32%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pomaikai Elementary School's ranking?
Pomaikai Elementary School is ranked #63 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?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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?
585 students attend Pomaikai Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Pomaikai Elementary School students are Two or more races, 23% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, and 11% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pomaikai Elementary School?
Pomaikai Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, 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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Students Last Day
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
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