Serving 492 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pohakea 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 43% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to 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 95% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pohakea Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Pohakea Elementary School's student population of 492 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
492 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pohakea 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 Pohakea 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
#110 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
31%
25%
Hispanic
19%
18%
Black
1%
1%
White
5%
11%
Hawaiian
18%
26%
Two or more races
26%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pohakea Elementary School's ranking?
Pohakea Elementary School is ranked #110 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Pohakea Elementary School often compared to?
Pohakea Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ewa Beach Elementary School, Keoneula Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Pohakea Elementary School?
492 students attend Pohakea Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Pohakea Elementary School students are Asian, 26% of students are Two or more races, 19% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Hawaiian, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pohakea Elementary School?
Pohakea Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pohakea Elementary School offer ?
Pohakea Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Pohakea Elementary School part of?
Pohakea Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Pohakea Elementary School located?
Pohakea Elementary School is located in the Ewa neighborhood of Ewa Beach, HI. There are 10 other public schools located in Ewa.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School- Spring Break
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School for Students
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
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