Very Good

#101 of 292 schools in HI

Top 34% in state

Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School

Elementary School · Hawaii Department of Education

1618 Palama St, Honolulu, HI 96817

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

253

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

253

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Hawaii schools

#101 of 292

In Honolulu

#43 of 74

public schools

In district

#101 of 292

Hawaii Department of Education

Academic performance

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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About Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School

Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School is a public elementary school in Honolulu, HI, part of Hawaii Department of Education. Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School serves approximately 253 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #101 of 292 schools in HI.

Structured state assessment records for Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district

7.2

This school 7.2 · Very Good
District avg 6.4
HI avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

52% of students at Princess Miriam K Likelike 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 Progress7.2Very Good50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change-1.49 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics8.1Excellent30%

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

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Math Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+18.0 pts

Adjusted Percentile71th

Resources & Environment5.8Average20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1

Per-Pupil Spending$20,056

Chronic Absenteeism52.2%

Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School — Students at Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

75.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores HI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 43.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 42.0% (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

42%

ELA

52%

2010

Math

52%

ELA

47%

2011

Math

57%

ELA

62%

2012

Math

57%

ELA

52%

2013

Math

51%

ELA

47%

2014

Math

42%

ELA

42%

2015

Math

42%

ELA

37%

2016

Math

47%

ELA

42%

2017

Math

47%

ELA

42%

2018

Math

42%

ELA

32%

2019

Math

42%

ELA

32%

2020*

Math

22%

ELA

27%

2021*

Math

22%

ELA

27%

2022

Math

42%

ELA

47%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School Compares

See how Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

7.2/10

66th percentile in HI

Academic

8.1/10

Excellent

Growth

7.2/10

Very Good

Environment

5.8/10

Average

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

75%

Teaching Staff

12:1 student-teacher ratio

21 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

52.2%

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

1618 Palama St, Honolulu, HI 96817

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maemae Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kalihi Kai Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Kapalama Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Honolulu, see our Honolulu schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
ST THERESA SCHOOL Honolulu	0.2 mi	214	6.6
Lanakila Elementary School Honolulu	0.2 mi	317	6.5
Princess Victoria Kaiulani Elementary School Honolulu	0.4 mi	256	3.2
DAMIEN MEMORIAL SCHOOL Honolulu	0.4 mi	596	5.8
Kauluwela Elementary School Honolulu	0.5 mi	446	4.7
SOTO ACADEMY Honolulu	0.7 mi	42	5.6
School for Examining Essential Questions of Sustainability Honolulu	0.7 mi	178	7.9
Kapalama Elementary School Honolulu	0.8 mi	510	7.9
WAOLANI JUDD NAZARENE SCHOOL Honolulu	0.7 mi	132	7.0
Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School Honolulu	0.8 mi	2,072	5.8
King David Kalakaua Middle School Honolulu	0.8 mi	889	7.2
HONGWANJI MISSION SCHOOL Honolulu	0.9 mi	308	6.5
Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School Honolulu	0.9 mi	595	7.1
Kalihi Kai Elementary School Honolulu	0.9 mi	542	8.2
Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School Honolulu	1.0 mi	372	4.3
PACIFIC BUDDHIST ACADEMY Honolulu	1.0 mi	76	6.6
Maemae Elementary School Honolulu	1.0 mi	664	9.1
Royal Elementary School Honolulu	1.1 mi	313	4.9
Kalihi Waena Elementary School Honolulu	1.1 mi	453	6.2
ST ANDREWS SCHOOLS Honolulu	1.1 mi	276	8.0

Neighborhood 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 Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School

What grades does Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School serve?

Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School?

Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 253 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School rank in HI?

Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School ranks #101 of 292 schools in HI.

What is Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School a charter school?

No, Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School?

75.1% of students at Princess Miriam K Likelike 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.