Serving 841 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 52% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). 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 18:1 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 841 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mokapu Elementary School's student population of 841 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
841 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
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
#82 out of 292 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
24%
Hispanic
35%
19%
Black
5%
1%
White
45%
11%
Hawaiian
1%
25%
Two or more races
11%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mokapu Elementary School's ranking?
Mokapu Elementary School is ranked #82 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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?
841 students attend Mokapu Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Mokapu Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mokapu Elementary School?
Mokapu Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, 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
First Day of School for Students
August 06, 2025 (Wednesday)
FALL BREAK
October 06, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
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