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Taos, NM vs Pahoa, HI

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- Pahoa spends 17.2% more per student than Taos.
- The Student Teacher Ratio is 19.2% higher in Pahoa than in Taos. (lower means fewer students in each classroom).
- Pahoa had 7.6% more residents who had graduated High School compared to Taos
 Taos, NMPahoa, HIUnited States
 Expend. per Student  Unlock$17,751$15,905
 Educ. Expend. per Student$12,994  Unlock$13,142
 Instr. Expend. per Student  Unlock$9,806$7,999
 Pupil/Teacher Ratio12.08  Unlock16.23
 Students per Librarian  Unlock12324573
 Students per Counselor691  Unlock530
 Grade School Educ.  Unlock1.9%4.8%
 Some High School Educ.7.0%  Unlock6.3%
 High School Educ.  Unlock93.1%88.9%
 Some College Educ.24.7%  Unlock20.0%
 2 yr College Grad.  Unlock9.1%8.7%
 4 yr College Grad.31.7%  Unlock33.7%
 Masters Grad.  Unlock1.1%9.3%
 Professional Degree4.4%  Unlock2.2%
 Doctorate Degree  Unlock0.0%1.5%
Reviews for Taos    6 Reviews

I’ve traveled to many places in my lifetime. New Mexico is a favorite. Typically we stay in The Inn of The Governor’s in Santa Fe. (It’s an awesome place.) This  More

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Over 16 years ago

Taos is beautiful with much to offer. However, housing is very expensive. Because much of the town's economy focuses on tourism, there are few jobs available in other  More

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Over 16 years ago

Taos has a diverse culture which has helped create a diverse art market with over 100 galleries and studios. From traditional native arts to contemporary, Taos has it  More

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Reviews for Pahoa    2 Reviews

Over 14 years ago

That's impossible. The state of Hawaii sets the amount for every student; doesn't matter where they live. It's a set amount. No such thing as 0.   More

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Regarding the cost of living in Pahoa and rural areas around Pahoa, everything is related to what your needs are. Most grow their own veggies, many are off grid, (very  More

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