Serving 727 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 40% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 727 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kapolei Middle School serves the northwest part of its school district in Kapolei, HI, covering an area of approximately 43.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 8.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kapolei Middle School's student population of 727 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
727 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
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 0.77, 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
#103 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
22%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
28%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
24%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.2%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Silver
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 #103 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 Ewa Makai Middle School, Kaimuki Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Kapolei Middle School?
727 students attend Kapolei Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Kapolei Middle School students are Hawaiian, 24% of students are Two or more races, 22% of students are Asian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kapolei Middle School?
Kapolei Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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