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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in HI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- 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
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 4 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
45 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
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 0.26, 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
#275 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
24%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
n/a
11%
Hawaiian
85%
25%
Two or more races
2%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(14-15)≥50%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
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 Kula Aupuni Niihau A Kahelelani Aloha - Ncpcs's ranking?
Kula Aupuni Niihau A Kahelelani Aloha - Ncpcs is ranked #275 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 Ke Kula Niihau O Kekaha Learning Center, Kapaa Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% 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?
85% of Kula Aupuni Niihau A Kahelelani Aloha - Ncpcs students are Hawaiian, 13% 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 11:1, which is lower 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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