Summary:
The city of Pahoa, Hawaii is home to 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 high school, and 1 alternative public charter school. These schools serve a diverse student population, with a significant percentage of Pacific Islander and Hispanic students.
Among the standout schools in Pahoa is Hawaii Academy of Arts & Science PCS, a public charter school that consistently outperforms the other schools in academic performance. This school has the highest proficiency rates in English Language Arts (46.47%) and Mathematics (25.54%) for all grades in 2023-2024, as well as a relatively low chronic absenteeism rate of 27.8%. In contrast, Pahoa High & Intermediate School stands out for its relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 81.4% for the 2023-2024 school year.
The schools in Pahoa face challenges, such as high chronic absenteeism rates ranging from 27.8% to 56.2%, and low academic performance in some schools, particularly Keonepoko Elementary School and Pahoa Elementary School. Additionally, all the schools have high percentages of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a predominantly economically disadvantaged population. The wide range in spending per student, from $9,655 to $19,147, suggests that funding levels may not be the sole determinant of academic performance, and other factors, such as school leadership, teaching quality, and resource allocation, likely play a significant role in student outcomes.
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