KEONEPOKO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Keonepoko Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Hawaii Department of Education school district, located in Pahoa, HI with about 607 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 43 teachers, Keonepoko Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Keonepoko Elementary School is a public school located in the Puna district of the Big Island of Hawaii. Serving a diverse student population in the Pahoa area, the school operates under the Hawaii State Department of Education. Its location in a rural, developing community means the school often plays a central role in the neighborhood, catering to families who reside in the surrounding residential subdivisions.

The school is known for navigating the unique challenges of the Puna region, including adapting to environmental factors and the fluctuating needs of a growing community. Academic programming typically focuses on core curriculum standards while striving to integrate Hawaiian culture and values into the daily learning experience. Like many schools in the state, Keonepoko emphasizes a supportive environment that encourages student growth, community involvement, and preparation for middle school transitions.

For more information, contact Keonepoko Elementary School at (808) 965-2131 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.