Serving 384 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Chiefess Kapiolani 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 18% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chiefess Kapiolani Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Chiefess Kapiolani Elementary School's student population of 384 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
384 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1925
School Motto
Every Student, Every Day
School Rankings
Chiefess Kapiolani 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 Chiefess Kapiolani Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#271 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
24%
Hispanic
26%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
2%
11%
Hawaiian
36%
25%
Two or more races
25%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chiefess Kapiolani Elementary School's ranking?
Chiefess Kapiolani Elementary School is ranked #271 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Chiefess Kapiolani Elementary School often compared to?
Chiefess Kapiolani Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Chiefess Kapiolani Elementary School?
384 students attend Chiefess Kapiolani Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Chiefess Kapiolani Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 26% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chiefess Kapiolani Elementary School?
Chiefess Kapiolani Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chiefess Kapiolani Elementary School offer ?
Chiefess Kapiolani Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chiefess Kapiolani Elementary School part of?
Chiefess Kapiolani Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break
October 06, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
May 28, 2026 (Thursday)
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