Serving 518 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kipapa Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipapa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kipapa Elementary School's student population of 518 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipapa Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipapa Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#97 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
20%
25%
Hispanic
25%
18%
Black
1%
1%
White
4%
11%
Hawaiian
15%
26%
Two or more races
35%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipapa Elementary School's ranking?
Kipapa Elementary School is ranked #97 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kipapa Elementary School often compared to?
Kipapa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mililani Mauka Elementary School, Mililani Waena Elementary School, Mililani Uka Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Kipapa Elementary School?
518 students attend Kipapa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Kipapa Elementary School students are Two or more races, 25% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipapa Elementary School?
Kipapa Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipapa Elementary School offer ?
Kipapa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kipapa Elementary School part of?
Kipapa Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Calendar
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Date
NO SCHOOL - Spring Break (School Calendar & Events)
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for Students (4th Quarter Ends) (School Calendar & Events)
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
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