Serving 824 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 824 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kapaa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Kapaa Elementary School's student population of 824 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
824 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
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
#164 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
24%
Hispanic
22%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
9%
11%
Hawaiian
29%
25%
Two or more races
30%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Kapaa Elementary School's ranking?
Kapaa Elementary School is ranked #164 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Kapaa Elementary School?
824 students attend Kapaa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Kapaa Elementary School students are Two or more races, 29% of students are Hawaiian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kapaa Elementary School?
Kapaa Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kapaa Elementary School offer ?
Kapaa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
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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