Serving 540 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kipapa Elementary School's student population of 540 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
540 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 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 0.75, 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
#100 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
26%
Hispanic
25%
18%
Black
1%
1%
White
3%
11%
Hawaiian
15%
26%
Two or more races
35%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #100 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?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Kipapa Elementary School?
540 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, 21% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hawaiian, 3% 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 14:1, which is equal to 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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Event
Date
NO SCHOOL: Spring Break (Events)
March 19, 2024 (Tuesday)
NO SCHOOL: Spring Break (Events)
March 20, 2024 (Wednesday)
NO SCHOOL: Spring Break (Events)
March 21, 2024 (Thursday)
NO SCHOOL: Spring Break (Events)
March 22, 2024 (Friday)
Last Day for Students! (Events)
May 30, 2024 (Thursday)
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