Excellent

#2 of 292 schools in HI

Top 1% in state

Maunawili Elementary School

Elementary School · Hawaii Department of Education

1465 Ulupii St, Kailua, HI 96734

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

350

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

9.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Enrollment

350

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

9.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Hawaii schools

#2 of 292

In Kailua

#2 of 13

public schools

In district

#2 of 292

Hawaii Department of Education

Academic performance

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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About Maunawili Elementary School

Maunawili Elementary School is a public elementary school in Kailua, HI, part of Hawaii Department of Education. Maunawili Elementary School serves approximately 350 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Maunawili Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.7 out of 10 and ranks #2 of 292 schools in HI.

Structured state assessment records for Maunawili Elementary School show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares3.3 pts above district

9.7

This school 9.7 · Excellent
District avg 6.4
HI avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress9.6Excellent50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change-0.35 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendStable

Academics9.8Excellent30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency77% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency79% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency78% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+21.4 pts

Adjusted Percentile97th

Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1

Per-Pupil Spending$20,056

Chronic Absenteeism19.1%

Maunawili Elementary School — Students at Maunawili Elementary School score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores HI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 70.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 74.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2009

Math

55%

ELA

71%

2010

Math

69%

ELA

77%

2011

Math

80%

ELA

85%

2012

Math

85%

ELA

85%

2013

Math

77%

ELA

87%

2014

Math

67%

ELA

72%

2015

Math

67%

ELA

72%

2016

Math

69%

ELA

68%

2017

Math

67%

ELA

67%

2018

Math

67%

ELA

67%

2019

Math

67%

ELA

67%

2020*

Math

67%

ELA

72%

2021*

Math

67%

ELA

72%

2022

Math

77%

ELA

79%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Maunawili Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score

9.7/10

100th percentile in HI

Academic

9.8/10

Excellent

Growth

9.6/10

Excellent

Environment

9.7/10

Excellent

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

29%

Teaching Staff

13:1 student-teacher ratio

27 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

19.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available

This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1465 Ulupii St, Kailua, HI 96734

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Maunawili Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kaelepulu Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Kainalu Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, WINDWARD NAZARENE ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Kaneohe), a more accessible option. For more schools in Kailua, see our Kailua schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Olomana School Kailua	0.4 mi	78	4.0
Kailua High School Kailua	0.6 mi	795	7.0
TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kailua	0.6 mi	227	7.0
Kaelepulu Elementary School Kailua	0.7 mi	195	9.7
Keolu Elementary School Kailua	1.1 mi	98	6.9
KAILUA PREP Kailua	1.3 mi	12	—
Kailua Elementary School Kailua	1.4 mi	259	5.7
Enchanted Lake Elementary School Kailua	1.3 mi	259	7.2
ST JOHN VIANNEY SCHOOL Kailua	1.5 mi	169	6.7
Kailua Intermediate School Kailua	1.6 mi	719	7.4
ST ANTHONY SCHOOL KAILUA Kailua	1.8 mi	286	6.5
HAWAIIAN MISSION ACADEMY WINWARD CAMPUS Kailua	1.9 mi	52	5.4
Ka'ohao Public Charter School Kailua	2.0 mi	341	8.3
Kalaheo High School Kailua	2.2 mi	882	7.1
Kainalu Elementary School Kailua	2.5 mi	542	8.6
HUAKAILANI SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Kaneohe	2.9 mi	20	—
WINDWARD NAZARENE ACADEMY Kaneohe	3.0 mi	101	8.5
KOSASA ACADEMY Kailua	3.2 mi	5	—
Aikahi Elementary School Kailua	3.3 mi	483	7.9
Kaneohe Elementary School Kaneohe	3.1 mi	526	6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 96734 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$131,554

Median Home Value

$1,246,300

Median Rent

$3,297/mo

Population

50,985

College Educated

53.4%

Homeownership

64.4%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

4.8%

Median Age

38.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Maunawili Elementary School

What grades does Maunawili Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Maunawili Elementary School?

Maunawili Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 350 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Maunawili Elementary School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Maunawili Elementary School rank in HI?

Maunawili Elementary School ranks #2 of 292 schools in HI.

What is Maunawili Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Maunawili Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.7 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 Maunawili Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Maunawili Elementary School has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Maunawili Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Maunawili Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

29.4% of students at Maunawili 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.