Serving 356 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pauoa Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pauoa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pauoa Elementary School's student population of 356 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
356 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pauoa Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pauoa Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#18 out of 292 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
29%
26%
Hispanic
22%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
2%
11%
Hawaiian
26%
26%
Two or more races
21%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pauoa Elementary School's ranking?
Pauoa Elementary School is ranked #18 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Pauoa Elementary School often compared to?
Pauoa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maemae Elementary School, Nuuanu Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Pauoa Elementary School?
356 students attend Pauoa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Pauoa Elementary School students are Asian, 26% of students are Hawaiian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pauoa Elementary School?
Pauoa Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pauoa Elementary School offer ?
Pauoa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Pauoa Elementary School part of?
Pauoa Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Pauoa Elementary School located?
Pauoa Elementary School is located in the Nuuanu Punchbowl neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 2 other public schools located in Nuuanu Punchbowl.
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