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#140 of 292 schools in HI
Top 48% in state
Lihikai Elementary School
Elementary School · Hawaii Department of Education
335 S Papa Ave, Kahului, HI 96732
Enrollment
697
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
697
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Hawaii schools
#140 of 292
In Kahului
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#140 of 292
Hawaii Department of Education
Academic performance
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Lihikai Elementary School
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About Lihikai Elementary School
Lihikai Elementary School is a public elementary school in Kahului, HI, part of Hawaii Department of Education. Lihikai Elementary School serves approximately 697 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lihikai Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #140 of 292 schools in HI.
Structured state assessment records for Lihikai Elementary School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- HI avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Lihikai Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Lihikai Elementary School — Students at Lihikai Elementary School score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.7%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 6.9/10.
How Lihikai Elementary School Compares
See how Lihikai Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
335 S Papa Ave, Kahului, HI 96732
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lihikai Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Puu Kukui Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Wailuku), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KE KULA O PIILANI (rated 7.4/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Wailuku), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Kahului, see our Kahului schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Maui Waena Intermediate School Kahului | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| EMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kahului | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Henry Perrine Baldwin High School Wailuku | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Maui High School Kahului | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Kahului Elementary School Kahului | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Pomaikai Elementary School Kahului | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Iao Intermediate School Wailuku | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Wailuku | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Wailuku | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Wailuku Elementary School Wailuku | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| MAUI ADVENTIST SCHOOL Kahului | 1.4 mi | — |
| Puu Kukui Elementary School Wailuku | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| KAAHUMANU HOU CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kahului | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| KE KULA O PIILANI Wailuku | 3.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Waihee Elementary School Wailuku | 4.2 mi | 3.6 |
| DORIS TODD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Paia | 7.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Paia Elementary School Paia | 7.9 mi | 2.0 |
| Kulanihakoi High School Kihei | 8.6 mi | — |
| Kihei Elementary School Kihei | 9.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Lokelani Intermediate School Kihei | 9.6 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96732 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,360
Median Home Value
$832,700
Median Rent
$1,479/mo
Population
25,889
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
63.4%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Median Age
44.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ewa Beach Elementary School Ewa Beach, HI | 6.5 |
| Kaneohe Elementary School Kaneohe, HI | 6.5 |
| Kapaa Elementary School Kapaa, HI | 6.5 |
| Kipapa Elementary School Mililani, HI | 6.5 |
| Kihei Elementary School Kihei, HI | 6.6 |
| Waiakea Elementary School Hilo, HI | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lihikai Elementary School
What grades does Lihikai Elementary School serve?
Lihikai Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lihikai Elementary School?
Lihikai Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 697 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lihikai Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lihikai Elementary School is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lihikai Elementary School rank in HI?
Lihikai Elementary School ranks #140 of 292 schools in HI.
What is Lihikai Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lihikai Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Lihikai Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lihikai Elementary School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lihikai Elementary School a charter school?
No, Lihikai Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lihikai Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Lihikai Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lihikai Elementary School?
63.7% of students at Lihikai Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 697
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Maui County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.2%
- Phone
- (808) 873-3033
Resources & Links
District
Hawaii Department of Education- District Enrollment
- 169,308
- Schools in District
- 295
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,056
- District Rank
- #140 of 292
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