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#4 of 292 schools in HI

Top 1% in state

Pauoa Elementary School

Elementary School · Hawaii Department of Education

2301 Pauoa Rd, Honolulu, HI 96813

Enrollment

357

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

9.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Hawaii schools

#4 of 292

In Honolulu

#1 of 74

public schools

In district

#4 of 292

Hawaii Department of Education

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Pauoa Elementary School

9.3/10

Elementary School in Honolulu · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.9/10

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7.1/10

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About Pauoa Elementary School

Pauoa Elementary School is a public elementary school in Honolulu, HI, part of Hawaii Department of Education. Pauoa Elementary School serves approximately 357 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Pauoa Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #4 of 292 schools in HI.

Structured state assessment records for Pauoa Elementary School show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.9 pts above district
  • This school 9.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.4
  • HI avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.51 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency77% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency75% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+30.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile97th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,056
Chronic Absenteeism28.6%

Pauoa Elementary School — Students at Pauoa Elementary School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

48.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores HI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 69.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 72.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
77%
ELA
72%

* 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: 9.9/10.

How Pauoa Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
9.3/10
99th percentile in HI
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
9.9/10
Excellent
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
48%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.6%

Location

2301 Pauoa Rd, Honolulu, HI 96813

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pauoa Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maemae Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is President Abraham Lincoln Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MONTESSORI COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Honolulu, see our Honolulu schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
President Abraham Lincoln Elementary School Honolulu 0.5 mi 8.9
Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School Honolulu 0.5 mi 7.1
PACIFIC BUDDHIST ACADEMY Honolulu 0.5 mi 6.6
Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School Honolulu 0.6 mi 6.5
HAWAII BAPTIST ACADEMY Honolulu 0.6 mi 5.4
HONGWANJI MISSION SCHOOL Honolulu 0.6 mi 6.5
Maemae Elementary School Honolulu 0.7 mi 9.1
WAOLANI JUDD NAZARENE SCHOOL Honolulu 0.7 mi 7.0
School for Examining Essential Questions of Sustainability Honolulu 0.7 mi 7.9
SOTO ACADEMY Honolulu 0.7 mi 5.6
President Theodore Roosevelt High School Honolulu 0.7 mi 8.0
Royal Elementary School Honolulu 0.8 mi 4.9
MONTESSORI COMMUNITY SCHOOL Honolulu 0.9 mi 8.2
HAWAIIAN MISSION ACADEMY Honolulu 0.9 mi 6.8
Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School Honolulu 0.9 mi 4.3
Kauluwela Elementary School Honolulu 0.9 mi 4.7
ST ANDREWS SCHOOLS Honolulu 1.0 mi 8.0
Halau Ku Mana - A New Century PCS Honolulu 1.0 mi 7.0
Queen Kaahumanu Elementary School Honolulu 1.1 mi 6.9
HANAHAUOLI SCHOOL Honolulu 1.1 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 96813 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,799

Median Home Value

$804,100

Median Rent

$1,821/mo

Population

26,059

College Educated

48.3%

Homeownership

54.8%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

9.5%

Median Age

42.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pauoa Elementary School

What grades does Pauoa Elementary School serve?

Pauoa Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Pauoa Elementary School?

Pauoa Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 357 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Pauoa Elementary School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pauoa Elementary School rank in HI?

Pauoa Elementary School ranks #4 of 292 schools in HI.

What is Pauoa Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pauoa Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Pauoa Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pauoa Elementary School has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Pauoa Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Pauoa Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

48.2% of students at Pauoa 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
42 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
43 Some Transit
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
357
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
48.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Honolulu County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.6%

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