Serving 440 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 and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 440 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%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Pukalani Elementary School's student population of 440 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1976
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
24%
Hispanic
24%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
11%
11%
Hawaiian
26%
25%
Two or more races
30%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 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?
440 students attend Pukalani Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Pukalani Elementary School students are Two or more races, 26% of students are Hawaiian, 24% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 9% of students are Asian.
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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