Serving 696 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Puu Kukui Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 696 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Puu Kukui Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Puu Kukui Elementary School's student population of 696 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
696 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Puu Kukui Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Puu Kukui Elementary School is 0.79, 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
#78 out of 292 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
25%
Hispanic
19%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
11%
11%
Hawaiian
22%
26%
Two or more races
27%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Puu Kukui Elementary School's ranking?
Puu Kukui Elementary School is ranked #78 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Puu Kukui Elementary School often compared to?
Puu Kukui Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wailuku Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Puu Kukui Elementary School?
696 students attend Puu Kukui Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of Puu Kukui Elementary School students are Two or more races, 22% of students are Hawaiian, 21% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 11% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Puu Kukui Elementary School?
Puu Kukui Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Puu Kukui Elementary School offer ?
Puu Kukui Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Puu Kukui Elementary School part of?
Puu Kukui Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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