Serving 418 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Makaha 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% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 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 (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Makaha Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Makaha Elementary School's student population of 418 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
418 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Makaha 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 Makaha Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#279 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
25%
Hispanic
41%
18%
Black
1%
1%
White
3%
11%
Hawaiian
42%
26%
Two or more races
12%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Makaha Elementary School's ranking?
Makaha Elementary School is ranked #279 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Makaha Elementary School?
418 students attend Makaha Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Makaha Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 41% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Makaha Elementary School?
Makaha Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Makaha Elementary School offer ?
Makaha Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Makaha Elementary School part of?
Makaha Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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