A+
Excellent
96/100

Kau High & Pahala Elementary School

📚 Pre-K – 12 🏫 K-12
📍 96-3150 Pikake St, Pahala, HI 96777
96
Repit Score
out of 100
520
Students
enrolled
11.7:1
Student:Teacher
ratio
$19K
Per Student
spending

What We Evaluated

👨‍🏫 Class Size 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio
💰 Funding $19,381 per student
🏫 School Type Regular

School Information

Address 96-3150 Pikake St
City Pahala
ZIP Code 96777
District 1500030
NCES School ID 150003000038
Data Year 2024-25

Community Context for 96777

Understanding the community around Kau High & Pahala Elementary School helps evaluate the school environment and neighborhood.

💰 Income & Economy

Median Household Income $55,395
Per Capita Income $19,537
Poverty Rate 10.6%
Households Earning $100K+ 21.6%

🎓 Education Level

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 24.2%
High School or Higher 87.5%

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value $214,400
Median Rent $605
Owner-Occupied 82.1%
Renter-Occupied 17.9%
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Student Demographics

Enrollment and demographic breakdown for Kau High & Pahala Elementary School.

👫 Gender Distribution

Male 51.0%
Female 49.0%

🌎 Race & Ethnicity

Pacific Islander 48.9%
Two or More Races 14.4%
Hispanic/Latino 12.9%
Asian 12.9%
White 9.8%
Black 1.0%
American Indian 0.2%

📋 Enrollment Summary

Total Enrollment 520
Teachers (FTE) 44.5
Student:Teacher Ratio 11.7:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Repit School Score for Kau High & Pahala Elementary School?
Kau High & Pahala Elementary School has a Repit School Score of 96 out of 100, earning a grade of A+. This score evaluates class size (student-teacher ratio), funding levels, and resources rather than just test scores.
How many students attend Kau High & Pahala Elementary School?
Kau High & Pahala Elementary School has 520 students enrolled for the 2024-25 school year. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.7:1.
What grades does Kau High & Pahala Elementary School serve?
Kau High & Pahala Elementary School serves grades Pre-K – 12 and is classified as a K-12. This is a public school.
How much funding does Kau High & Pahala Elementary School receive per student?
Kau High & Pahala Elementary School receives $19,381 in per-pupil spending from its district. This is above the national average.
🏠 Rental Market Around Kau High & Pahala Elementary School in 96777 ▼
Avg Home Value
$293,548
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,683
1-Year Change
+1.0%
% Renters
17.9%

About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than actual school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention and better student outcomes.
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, teachers, and facilities directly affect education quality.
  • School Environment — School size and structure affect available programs and student experience.

Data source: NCES CCD 2024-25 | Last updated: September 2026