Serving 874 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kapaa Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 874 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kapaa Elementary School's student population of 874 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
874 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kapaa Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kapaa 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
#217 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
26%
Hispanic
22%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
10%
11%
Hawaiian
28%
26%
Two or more races
29%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kapaa Elementary School's ranking?
Kapaa Elementary School is ranked #217 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kapaa Elementary School often compared to?
Kapaa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School, Kanuikapono - Pcs by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Kapaa Elementary School?
874 students attend Kapaa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Kapaa Elementary School students are Two or more races, 28% of students are Hawaiian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, and 10% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kapaa Elementary School?
Kapaa Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kapaa Elementary School offer ?
Kapaa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kapaa Elementary School part of?
Kapaa Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Reviews
5 7/5/2021
One of the best schools on the island, the staff is amazing and is highly recommended.
3 12/27/2018
Kapa''a Elementary is severely overcrowded, the office staff is disinterested in helping families and/or is rude when asked for assistance, and school staff make decisions that impact students without involving parents/guardians.
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