Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students (20-21)
490 students
Total Classroom Teachers (97-98)
29 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
n/a
American Indian
(20-21)n/a
n/a
Asian
(20-21)2%
1%
Hispanic
(20-21)n/a
n/a
Black
(20-21)n/a
n/a
White
(20-21)1%
n/a
Hawaiian
(20-21)97%
99%
Two or more races
(20-21)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
100%
98%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Matafao Elementary School often compared to?
Matafao Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manu'a High School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Matafao Elementary School?
490 students attend Matafao Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Matafao Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Matafao Elementary School offer ?
Matafao Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Matafao Elementary School part of?
Matafao Elementary School is part of American Samoa Department Of Education School District.
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