Serving 519 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Kanu O Ka Aina - New Century Pcs 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 28% (which is lower 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 13:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in HI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kanu O Ka Aina - New Century Pcs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Kanu O Ka Aina - New Century Pcs's student population of 519 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 51% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
519 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kanu O Ka Aina - New Century Pcs 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 Kanu O Ka Aina - New Century Pcs is 0.55, 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
#127 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
5%
26%
Hispanic
n/a
18%
Black
2%
1%
White
26%
11%
Hawaiian
62%
26%
Two or more races
3%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kanu O Ka Aina - New Century Pcs's ranking?
Kanu O Ka Aina - New Century Pcs is ranked #127 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Kanu O Ka Aina - New Century Pcs?
The graduation rate of Kanu O Ka Aina - New Century Pcs is 60-79%, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 86%.
How many students attend Kanu O Ka Aina - New Century Pcs?
519 students attend Kanu O Ka Aina - New Century Pcs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Kanu O Ka Aina - New Century Pcs students are Hawaiian, 26% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kanu O Ka Aina - New Century Pcs?
Kanu O Ka Aina - New Century Pcs has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kanu O Ka Aina - New Century Pcs offer ?
Kanu O Ka Aina - New Century Pcs offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Kanu O Ka Aina - New Century Pcs part of?
Kanu O Ka Aina - New Century Pcs is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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