Serving 590 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 48% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
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)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- 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 590 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
590 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 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 0.81, 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
#68 out of 292 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
28%
26%
Hispanic
20%
18%
Black
7%
1%
White
22%
11%
Hawaiian
14%
26%
Two or more races
8%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
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 Makalapa Elementary School's ranking?
Makalapa Elementary School is ranked #68 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?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Makalapa Elementary School?
590 students attend Makalapa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Makalapa Elementary School students are Asian, 22% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Hawaiian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
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
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Date
Last Day of School (Events)
May 30, 2024 (Thursday)
School Reviews
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