Serving 555 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Makalapa Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 58% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 555 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Makalapa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Makalapa Elementary School's student population of 555 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
555 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Makalapa Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Makalapa Elementary School is 0.82, which is more 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
#61 out of 292 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
25%
25%
Hispanic
21%
18%
Black
7%
1%
White
22%
11%
Hawaiian
13%
26%
Two or more races
12%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Makalapa Elementary School's ranking?
Makalapa Elementary School is ranked #61 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Makalapa Elementary School often compared to?
Makalapa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pearl Harbor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Makalapa Elementary School?
555 students attend Makalapa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
25% of Makalapa Elementary School students are Asian, 22% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Hawaiian, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Makalapa Elementary School?
Makalapa Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Makalapa Elementary School offer ?
Makalapa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Makalapa Elementary School part of?
Makalapa Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Calendar
View the Makalapa Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Spring Break - No School (Events)
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School (Events)
March 18, 2025 (Tuesday)
Spring Break - No School (Events)
March 19, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - No School (Events)
March 20, 2025 (Thursday)
Spring Break - No School (Events)
March 21, 2025 (Friday)
School Reviews
3 8/26/2019
I only went here for one year but it was pretty good.
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