Serving 45 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Kula Aupuni Niihau A Kahelelani Aloha - Ncpcs ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kula Aupuni Niihau A Kahelelani Aloha - Ncpcs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Kula Aupuni Niihau A Kahelelani Aloha - Ncpcs's student population of 45 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
45 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kula Aupuni Niihau A Kahelelani Aloha - 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 Kula Aupuni Niihau A Kahelelani Aloha - Ncpcs is 0.35, 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
#148 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
26%
Hispanic
20%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
n/a
11%
Hawaiian
78%
26%
Two or more races
2%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(14-15)≥50%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
9%
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 Kula Aupuni Niihau A Kahelelani Aloha - Ncpcs's ranking?
Kula Aupuni Niihau A Kahelelani Aloha - Ncpcs is ranked #148 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kula Aupuni Niihau A Kahelelani Aloha - Ncpcs often compared to?
Kula Aupuni Niihau A Kahelelani Aloha - Ncpcsis often viewed alongside schools like Kapaa Middle School, Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kula Aupuni Niihau A Kahelelani Aloha - Ncpcs?
The graduation rate of Kula Aupuni Niihau A Kahelelani Aloha - Ncpcs is 50%, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 82%.
How many students attend Kula Aupuni Niihau A Kahelelani Aloha - Ncpcs?
45 students attend Kula Aupuni Niihau A Kahelelani Aloha - Ncpcs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Kula Aupuni Niihau A Kahelelani Aloha - Ncpcs students are Hawaiian, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kula Aupuni Niihau A Kahelelani Aloha - Ncpcs?
Kula Aupuni Niihau A Kahelelani Aloha - Ncpcs has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kula Aupuni Niihau A Kahelelani Aloha - Ncpcs offer ?
Kula Aupuni Niihau A Kahelelani Aloha - Ncpcs offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Kula Aupuni Niihau A Kahelelani Aloha - Ncpcs part of?
Kula Aupuni Niihau A Kahelelani Aloha - Ncpcs is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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