Serving 805 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Mokapu Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 805 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mokapu Elementary School serves the northwest part of Kailua, HI, covering an area of approximately 3.5 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mokapu Elementary School's student population of 805 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
805 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Mokapu Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mokapu Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#75 out of 292 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
34%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
45%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
2%
25%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
11%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mokapu Elementary School's ranking?
Mokapu Elementary School is ranked #75 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Mokapu Elementary School often compared to?
Mokapu Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aikahi Elementary School, Kainalu Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Mokapu Elementary School?
805 students attend Mokapu Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Mokapu Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mokapu Elementary School?
Mokapu Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mokapu Elementary School offer ?
Mokapu Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mokapu Elementary School part of?
Mokapu Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Mokapu Elementary School located?
Mokapu Elementary School is located in the Mokapu neighborhood of Kailua, HI.
School Calendar
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Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
Spring Break
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
Students Last Day of School
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
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