Excellent
#13 of 292 schools in HI
Top 4% in state
Maemae Elementary School
Elementary School · Hawaii Department of Education
319 Wyllie St, Honolulu, HI 96817
Enrollment
664
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
664
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Hawaii schools
#13 of 292
In Honolulu
#7 of 74
public schools
In district
#13 of 292
Hawaii Department of Education
Academic performance
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Maemae Elementary School
Maemae Elementary School is a public elementary school in Honolulu, HI, part of Hawaii Department of Education. Maemae Elementary School serves approximately 664 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Maemae Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #13 of 292 schools in HI.
Structured state assessment records for Maemae Elementary School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- District avg 6.4
- HI avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Maemae Elementary School — Students at Maemae Elementary School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23.5%
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: 8.7/10.
How Maemae Elementary School Compares
See how Maemae Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
319 Wyllie St, Honolulu, HI 96817
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Maemae Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pauoa Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Nuuanu Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, President Abraham Lincoln Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Honolulu, see our Honolulu schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96817 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,690
Median Home Value
$930,000
Median Rent
$1,419/mo
Population
55,213
College Educated
29.9%
Homeownership
43.1%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
45.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maemae Elementary School
What grades does Maemae Elementary School serve?
Maemae Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Maemae Elementary School?
Maemae Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 664 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Maemae Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Maemae Elementary School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Maemae Elementary School rank in HI?
Maemae Elementary School ranks #13 of 292 schools in HI.
What is Maemae Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Maemae Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 Maemae Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Maemae Elementary School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Maemae Elementary School a charter school?
No, Maemae Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Maemae Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Maemae Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maemae Elementary School?
23.5% of students at Maemae 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
- 664
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Honolulu County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.9%
- Phone
- (808) 595-5400
Resources & Links
District
Hawaii Department of Education- District Enrollment
- 169,308
- Schools in District
- 295
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,056
- District Rank
- #13 of 292
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