Serving 507 students in grades 6-8, Kapaa Middle 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 39% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kapaa Middle School serves the northwest part of Kapaa, HI, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 188.7 square miles. Families in this area can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 23.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kapaa Middle School's student population of 507 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
507 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
Campus Size
18 acres
School Motto
Kupono Kupa'a Kulia
School Rankings
Kapaa Middle 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 Middle School is 0.79, 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
#248 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
14%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
21%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
29%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.3%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kapaa Middle School's ranking?
Kapaa Middle School is ranked #248 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kapaa Middle School often compared to?
Kapaa Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle 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 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Kapaa Middle School?
507 students attend Kapaa Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Kapaa Middle School students are Two or more races, 23% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Hawaiian, 14% of students are Asian, and 13% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kapaa Middle School?
Kapaa Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kapaa Middle School offer ?
Kapaa Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kapaa Middle School part of?
Kapaa Middle School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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