Excellent
#34 of 292 schools in HI
Top 11% in state
Kona Pacific - Pcs
Elementary School · Hawaii Department of Education
PO Box 729, Kealakekua, HI 96750
Enrollment
178
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
178
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Hawaii schools
#34 of 292
In Kealakekua
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#34 of 292
Hawaii Department of Education
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Kona Pacific - Pcs
Elementary School in Kealakekua · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Kona Pacific - Pcs
Kona Pacific - Pcs is a public elementary school in Kealakekua, HI, part of Hawaii Department of Education. Kona Pacific - Pcs serves approximately 178 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Kona Pacific - Pcs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #34 of 292 schools in HI.
Structured state assessment records for Kona Pacific - Pcs show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 6.4
- HI avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 178 students, Kona Pacific - Pcs is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Kona Pacific - Pcs sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Kona Pacific - Pcs is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Kona Pacific - Pcs — Students at Kona Pacific - Pcs score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores HI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from HI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.
How Kona Pacific - Pcs Compares
See how Kona Pacific - Pcs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 729, Kealakekua, HI 96750
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kona Pacific - Pcs may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Innovations - PCS (rated 6.2/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Kailua-Kona), a more accessible option. Another option is KULEANA EDUCATION ACADEMY (rated 6.0/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Kailua-Kona), a more accessible option. Additionally, Kahakai Elementary School (rated 5.4/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Kailua-Kona), a more accessible option. For more schools in Kealakekua, see our Kealakekua schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 35.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96750 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,293
Median Home Value
$613,800
Median Rent
$1,076/mo
Population
3,137
College Educated
28.2%
Homeownership
67.6%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
50.9
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| EMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kahului, HI | 8.5 |
| Kalihi Uka Elementary School Honolulu, HI | 8.4 |
| Aliiolani Elementary School Honolulu, HI | 8.3 |
| HONOLULU WALDORF SCHOOL - MOHALA PUA SCHOOL Honolulu, HI | 8.3 |
| Hanalei Elementary School Hanalei, HI | 8.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kona Pacific - Pcs
What grades does Kona Pacific - Pcs serve?
Kona Pacific - Pcs serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Kona Pacific - Pcs?
Kona Pacific - Pcs has an enrollment of approximately 178 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kona Pacific - Pcs?
The student-teacher ratio at Kona Pacific - Pcs is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kona Pacific - Pcs rank in HI?
Kona Pacific - Pcs ranks #34 of 292 schools in HI.
What is Kona Pacific - Pcs's MySchoolScout rating?
Kona Pacific - Pcs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Kona Pacific - Pcs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kona Pacific - Pcs has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Kona Pacific - Pcs a charter school?
Yes, Kona Pacific - Pcs is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Kona Pacific - Pcs a Title I school?
No, Kona Pacific - Pcs is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kona Pacific - Pcs?
50.0% of students at Kona Pacific - Pcs qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 178
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Hawaii County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.1%
- Phone
- (808) 322-4900
Resources & Links
District
Hawaii Department of Education- District Enrollment
- 169,308
- Schools in District
- 295
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,056
- District Rank
- #34 of 292
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