Serving 943 students in grades 6-8, Kapolei Middle 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 29% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 943 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kapolei Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Kapolei Middle School's student population of 943 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
943 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kapolei Middle 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 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
#131 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
22%
26%
Hispanic
20%
18%
Black
2%
1%
White
7%
11%
Hawaiian
29%
26%
Two or more races
20%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kapolei Middle School's ranking?
Kapolei Middle School is ranked #131 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kapolei Middle School often compared to?
Kapolei Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kaimuki Middle School, Ilima Intermediate School, Ewa Makai Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Kapolei Middle School?
943 students attend Kapolei Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Kapolei Middle School students are Hawaiian, 22% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kapolei Middle School?
Kapolei Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kapolei Middle School offer ?
Kapolei Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Kapolei Middle School part of?
Kapolei Middle School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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