Serving 749 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kapolei Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 749 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kapolei Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kapolei Elementary School's student population of 749 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
749 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kapolei Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kapolei Elementary School is 0.77, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.80. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#53 out of 292 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
25%
Hispanic
19%
18%
Black
1%
1%
White
5%
11%
Hawaiian
31%
26%
Two or more races
25%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kapolei Elementary School's ranking?
Kapolei Elementary School is ranked #53 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kapolei Elementary School often compared to?
Kapolei Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hookele Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Kapolei Elementary School?
749 students attend Kapolei Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Kapolei Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 25% of students are Two or more races, 19% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kapolei Elementary School?
Kapolei Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kapolei Elementary School offer ?
Kapolei Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kapolei Elementary School part of?
Kapolei Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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