Kawaikini - Ncpcs

3-1821 J Kaumualii Hwy
Lihue, HI 96766
1/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 177 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Kawaikini - Ncpcs 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 177 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • : ≥50% (Top 1% in HI)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Kawaikini - Ncpcs's student population of 177 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
177 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'E ola ka ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi'

School Rankings

Kawaikini - Ncpcs 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 Kawaikini - Ncpcs is 0.42, 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.
This School
State Level (HI)
#281 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
15-19%
39%
20-24%
52%
≤10%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
24%
Hispanic
17%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
n/a
11%
Hawaiian
74%
25%
Two or more races
8%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
0.42
(19-20)
≥50%
86%
(22-23)
25.4%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
9%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kawaikini - Ncpcs's ranking?
Kawaikini - Ncpcs is ranked #281 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kawaikini - Ncpcs often compared to?
Kawaikini - Ncpcsis often viewed alongside schools like Ke Kula Niihau O Kekaha Learning Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kawaikini - Ncpcs?
The graduation rate of Kawaikini - Ncpcs is 50%, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 86%.
How many students attend Kawaikini - Ncpcs?
177 students attend Kawaikini - Ncpcs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Kawaikini - Ncpcs students are Hawaiian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kawaikini - Ncpcs?
Kawaikini - Ncpcs has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kawaikini - Ncpcs offer ?
Kawaikini - Ncpcs offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kawaikini - Ncpcs part of?

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 177 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • : ≥50% (Top 1%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education

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