Serving 605 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Maili 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 23% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maili Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Maili Elementary School's student population of 605 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
605 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Maili 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 Maili Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#242 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
24%
Hispanic
30%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
3%
11%
Hawaiian
37%
25%
Two or more races
17%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maili Elementary School's ranking?
Maili Elementary School is ranked #242 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Maili Elementary School often compared to?
Maili Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leihoku Elementary School, Nanakuli Elementary School, Nanaikapono Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Maili Elementary School?
605 students attend Maili Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Maili Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 30% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maili Elementary School?
Maili Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Maili Elementary School offer ?
Maili Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Maili Elementary School part of?
Maili Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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