Serving 422 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Kapunahala Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kapunahala Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Kapunahala Elementary School's student population of 422 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
422 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kapunahala Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kapunahala Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#57 out of 292 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
24%
Hispanic
21%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
1%
11%
Hawaiian
35%
25%
Two or more races
28%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Kapunahala Elementary School's ranking?
Kapunahala Elementary School is ranked #57 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kapunahala Elementary School often compared to?
Kapunahala Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kaneohe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Kapunahala Elementary School?
422 students attend Kapunahala Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Kapunahala Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 28% of students are Two or more races, 21% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kapunahala Elementary School?
Kapunahala Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kapunahala Elementary School offer ?
Kapunahala Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kapunahala Elementary School part of?
Kapunahala Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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