Serving 476 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kapalama 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 59% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Kapalama Elementary School serves the northwest part of Honolulu, HI, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone reaching up to 2.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kapalama Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kapalama Elementary School's student population of 476 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
476 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kapalama 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 Kapalama Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#65 out of 292 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
61%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
11%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
10%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
16%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kapalama Elementary School's ranking?
Kapalama Elementary School is ranked #65 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kapalama Elementary School often compared to?
Kapalama Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kalihi Waena Elementary School, Kalihi Kai Elementary School, Kalihi Uka Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Kapalama Elementary School?
476 students attend Kapalama Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Kapalama Elementary School students are Asian, 16% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kapalama Elementary School?
Kapalama Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kapalama Elementary School offer ?
Kapalama Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kapalama Elementary School part of?
Kapalama Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Kapalama Elementary School located?
Kapalama Elementary School is located in the Kalihi Palama neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 10 other public schools located in Kalihi Palama.
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