Puuhale Elementary School

239 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Puuhale Elementary School, located in the Kalihi district of Honolulu, is a public school serving a diverse student population in a historic residential area. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and community engagement. By utilizing a blend of traditional instruction and modern educational tools, Puuhale strives to prepare its students for success in middle school and beyond, often placing a strong focus on literacy and foundational skills.

Beyond academics, the school acts as a vital hub for the surrounding community, reflecting the cultural richness of the Kalihi neighborhood. Puuhale Elementary places significant value on inclusivity and personal development, offering various programs that encourage students to contribute positively to their school culture. Through collaboration between dedicated faculty, staff, and local families, the school aims to create a safe, nurturing space that empowers every student to reach their full potential while honoring the unique spirit of their community.

239

Total Students

19.0

Full-Time Teachers

12.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

84.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Puuhale Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	1
Hispanic	23
Asian	68
Two or More	19
Pacific Islander	128

Pacific Islander
128 (53.6%)
Asian
68 (28.5%)
Hispanic
23 (9.6%)
Two or More
19 (7.9%)
White
1 (0.4%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Hawaii Department of Education
Phone:	(808)832-3190
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	239
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	19.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.6
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	170
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	32

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 42

Grade 1 39

Grade 2 45

Grade 3 40

Grade 4 40

Grade 5 33

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Puuhale Elementary School
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	42
Grade 1	39
Grade 2	45
Grade 3	40
Grade 4	40
Grade 5	33

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Puuhale Elementary School
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	110	46%
Male	129	54%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)