Serving 538 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mauka Lani Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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-5
- Enrollment: 538 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mauka Lani Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mauka Lani Elementary School's student population of 538 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
538 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mauka Lani Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mauka Lani 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
#127 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
24%
Hispanic
29%
19%
Black
2%
1%
White
8%
11%
Hawaiian
19%
25%
Two or more races
29%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
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 Mauka Lani Elementary School's ranking?
Mauka Lani Elementary School is ranked #127 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Mauka Lani Elementary School often compared to?
Mauka Lani Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Makakilo Elementary School, Barbers Point Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Mauka Lani Elementary School?
538 students attend Mauka Lani Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Mauka Lani Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Two or more races, 19% of students are Hawaiian, 13% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mauka Lani Elementary School?
Mauka Lani Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mauka Lani Elementary School offer ?
Mauka Lani Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mauka Lani Elementary School part of?
Mauka Lani Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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