Serving 688 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Nanaikapono Elementary School 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 11% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 688 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nanaikapono Elementary School serves the northwest part of Waianae, HI, encompassing an area of approximately 3.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nanaikapono Elementary School's student population of 688 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
688 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nanaikapono Elementary School 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 Nanaikapono Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#291 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
24%
Hispanic
22%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
1%
11%
Hawaiian
57%
25%
Two or more races
13%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)72.2%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nanaikapono Elementary School's ranking?
Nanaikapono Elementary School is ranked #291 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Nanaikapono Elementary School often compared to?
Nanaikapono Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nanakuli Elementary School, Maili Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Nanaikapono Elementary School?
688 students attend Nanaikapono Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Nanaikapono Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nanaikapono Elementary School?
Nanaikapono Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nanaikapono Elementary School offer ?
Nanaikapono Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nanaikapono Elementary School part of?
Nanaikapono Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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