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#221 of 292 schools in HI

Maili Elementary School

Elementary School · Hawaii Department of Education

87-360 Kulaaupuni St, Waianae, HI 96792

Enrollment

605

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Hawaii schools

#221 of 292

In Waianae

#3 of 11

public schools

In district

#221 of 292

Hawaii Department of Education

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Maili Elementary School

4.9/10

Elementary School in Waianae · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Maili Bible School

4.3/10

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5.1/10

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About Maili Elementary School

Maili Elementary School is a public elementary school in Waianae, HI, part of Hawaii Department of Education. Maili Elementary School serves approximately 605 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Maili Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #221 of 292 schools in HI.

Structured state assessment records for Maili Elementary School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • HI avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Maili Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

63% of students at Maili 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.89 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment3.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,056
Chronic Absenteeism63.1%

Maili Elementary School — Students at Maili Elementary School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

62.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores HI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 30.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 34.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from HI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
36%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
51%
2011
Math
45%
ELA
53%
2012
Math
48%
ELA
54%
2013
Math
39%
ELA
43%
2014
Math
21%
ELA
20%
2015
Math
23%
ELA
24%
2016
Math
23%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
26%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
31%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
31%
2020*
Math
16%
ELA
26%
2021*
Math
16%
ELA
26%
2022
Math
23%
ELA
32%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How Maili Elementary School Compares

See how Maili Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.9/10
25th percentile in HI
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
3.3/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
63.1%

Location

87-360 Kulaaupuni St, Waianae, HI 96792

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Maili Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mauka Lani Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Kapolei), which scores notably higher. Another option is Makakilo Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Kapolei), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sergeant Samuel K Solomon Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Wahiawa), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Waianae, see our Waianae schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.1 mi
School Distance Rating
MAILI BIBLE SCHOOL Waianae 0.3 mi 4.3
Leihoku Elementary School Waianae 1.3 mi 5.1
ARK OF SAFETY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waianae 1.3 mi
ADVENTIST MALAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Waianae 1.5 mi 4.4
Waianae Elementary School Waianae 2.0 mi 3.3
Waianae Intermediate School Waianae 2.6 mi 4.2
Kamaile Academy PCS Waianae 2.9 mi 4.9
Waianae High School Waianae 3.0 mi 4.0
Nanaikapono Elementary School Waianae 3.1 mi 4.1
Ka Waihona o ka Naauao - PCS Waianae 3.3 mi 3.2
Nanakuli Elementary School Waianae 3.3 mi 4.5
Nanakuli High & Intermediate School Waianae 3.4 mi 5.1
Makaha Elementary School Waianae 4.3 mi 4.1
Mauka Lani Elementary School Kapolei 7.1 mi 7.4
Makakilo Elementary School Kapolei 7.7 mi 7.2
Sergeant Samuel K Solomon Elementary School Wahiawa 8.1 mi 6.9
ISLAND PACIFIC ACADEMY Kapolei 8.4 mi 6.5
Kapolei Charter School by Goodwill Hawaii Kapolei 8.7 mi 7.2
Barbers Point Elementary School Kapolei 8.9 mi 3.4
DreamHouse Ewa Beach Kapolei 9.1 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 96792 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,927

Median Home Value

$551,400

Median Rent

$1,820/mo

Population

49,879

College Educated

15.8%

Homeownership

61.3%

Avg Commute

42.9 min

Poverty Rate

18.3%

Median Age

34.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Maili Elementary School

What grades does Maili Elementary School serve?

Maili Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Maili Elementary School?

Maili Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 605 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Maili Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Maili Elementary School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Maili Elementary School rank in HI?

Maili Elementary School ranks #221 of 292 schools in HI.

What is Maili Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Maili Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Maili Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Maili Elementary School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Maili Elementary School a charter school?

No, Maili Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Maili Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Maili Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maili Elementary School?

62.5% of students at Maili 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
25 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
605
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Free/Reduced Lunch
62.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Honolulu County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
63.1%

District

Hawaii Department of Education
District Enrollment
169,308
Schools in District
295
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,056
District Rank
#221 of 292

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