Serving 263 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Palolo 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 263 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palolo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Palolo Elementary School's student population of 263 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
263 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Palolo 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 Palolo Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#266 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
24%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
1%
11%
Hawaiian
80%
25%
Two or more races
8%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Palolo Elementary School's ranking?
Palolo Elementary School is ranked #266 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Palolo Elementary School often compared to?
Palolo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aliiolani Elementary School, Anuenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Palolo Elementary School?
263 students attend Palolo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Palolo Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palolo Elementary School?
Palolo Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Palolo Elementary School offer ?
Palolo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Palolo Elementary School part of?
Palolo Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Palolo Elementary School located?
Palolo Elementary School is located in the Palolo neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 3 other public schools located in Palolo.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break. No school
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last day for students. Early Release. 1:30pm
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
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