Below Average
#238 of 292 schools in HI
Princess Nahienaena Elementary School
Elementary School · Hawaii Department of Education
816 Niheu St, Lahaina, HI 96761
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Hawaii schools
#238 of 292
In Lahaina
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#238 of 292
Hawaii Department of Education
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Princess Nahienaena Elementary School
Elementary School in Lahaina · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Princess Nahienaena Elementary School
Princess Nahienaena Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lahaina, HI, part of Hawaii Department of Education. Princess Nahienaena Elementary School serves approximately 515 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Princess Nahienaena Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #238 of 292 schools in HI.
Structured state assessment records for Princess Nahienaena Elementary School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.4
- HI avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
65% of students at Princess Nahienaena 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
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Princess Nahienaena Elementary School — Students at Princess Nahienaena Elementary School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55%
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: 5.2/10.
How Princess Nahienaena Elementary School Compares
See how Princess Nahienaena Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
816 Niheu St, Lahaina, HI 96761
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Princess Nahienaena Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Kahului), which scores notably higher. Another option is Puu Kukui Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Wailuku), which scores notably higher. Additionally, King Kamehameha III Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 5.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lahaina, see our Lahaina schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lahaina Intermediate School Lahaina | 0.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Lahainaluna High School Lahaina | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| SACRED HEARTS SCHOOL & EARLY LEARNING CENTER Lahaina | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| King Kamehameha III Elementary School Lahaina | 5.2 mi | 7.6 |
| MAUI PREPARATORY ACADEMY Lahaina | 6.7 mi | 6.8 |
| KE KULA O PIILANI Wailuku | 8.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Puu Kukui Elementary School Wailuku | 10.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Waihee Elementary School Wailuku | 10.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Wailuku Elementary School Wailuku | 10.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Iao Intermediate School Wailuku | 10.5 mi | 4.5 |
| ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Wailuku | 10.8 mi | 7.0 |
| ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Wailuku | 10.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Henry Perrine Baldwin High School Wailuku | 11.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Pomaikai Elementary School Kahului | 11.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Maui Waena Intermediate School Kahului | 11.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Lihikai Elementary School Kahului | 11.6 mi | 6.5 |
| EMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kahului | 11.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Maui High School Kahului | 12.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Kahului Elementary School Kahului | 12.5 mi | 4.6 |
| MAUI ADVENTIST SCHOOL Kahului | 12.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96761 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,229
Median Home Value
$905,800
Median Rent
$2,099/mo
Population
21,766
College Educated
27.8%
Homeownership
60.1%
Avg Commute
19 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
42.5
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|---|---|
| Nanakuli Elementary School Waianae, HI | 4.5 |
| Makawao Elementary School Makawao, HI | 4.6 |
| Holualoa Elementary School Holualoa, HI | 4.3 |
| Kauluwela Elementary School Honolulu, HI | 4.7 |
| Konawaena Elementary School Kealakekua, HI | 4.3 |
| Waimea Elementary School Kamuela, HI | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Princess Nahienaena Elementary School
What grades does Princess Nahienaena Elementary School serve?
Princess Nahienaena Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Princess Nahienaena Elementary School?
Princess Nahienaena Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 515 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Princess Nahienaena Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Princess Nahienaena Elementary School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Princess Nahienaena Elementary School rank in HI?
Princess Nahienaena Elementary School ranks #238 of 292 schools in HI.
What is Princess Nahienaena Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Princess Nahienaena Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Nahienaena Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Princess Nahienaena Elementary School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Princess Nahienaena Elementary School a charter school?
No, Princess Nahienaena Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Princess Nahienaena Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Princess Nahienaena Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Princess Nahienaena Elementary School?
55.0% of students at Princess Nahienaena 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
- 515
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Maui County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.7%
- Phone
- (808) 662-4020
Resources & Links
District
Hawaii Department of Education- District Enrollment
- 169,308
- Schools in District
- 295
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,056
- District Rank
- #238 of 292
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