Serving 735 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kapolei Elementary School 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 33% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 735 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kapolei Elementary School's student population of 735 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
735 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kapolei Elementary School 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 Kapolei 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
#128 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
20%
26%
Hispanic
19%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
5%
11%
Hawaiian
30%
26%
Two or more races
26%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kapolei Elementary School's ranking?
Kapolei Elementary School is ranked #128 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kapolei Elementary School often compared to?
Kapolei Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hookele Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Kapolei Elementary School?
735 students attend Kapolei Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Kapolei Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 26% of students are Two or more races, 20% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kapolei Elementary School?
Kapolei Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kapolei Elementary School offer ?
Kapolei Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kapolei Elementary School part of?
Kapolei Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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