Serving 242 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Alaka'i O Kaua'i Charter School ranks in the top 20% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher 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 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alaka'i O Kaua'i Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Alaka'i O Kaua'i Charter School's student population of 242 students has grown by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 125% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
242 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alaka'i O Kaua'i Charter 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 Alaka'i O Kaua'i Charter School is 0.66, 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
#47 out of 292 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
8%
24%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
55%
11%
Hawaiian
9%
25%
Two or more races
12%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Hawaii Department Of Education School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alaka'i O Kaua'i Charter School's ranking?
Alaka'i O Kaua'i Charter School is ranked #47 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Alaka'i O Kaua'i Charter School often compared to?
Alaka'i O Kaua'i Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hanalei Elementary School, Kilauea Elementary School, Koloa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Alaka'i O Kaua'i Charter School?
242 students attend Alaka'i O Kaua'i Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Alaka'i O Kaua'i Charter School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hawaiian, 8% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alaka'i O Kaua'i Charter School?
Alaka'i O Kaua'i Charter School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alaka'i O Kaua'i Charter School offer ?
Alaka'i O Kaua'i Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alaka'i O Kaua'i Charter School part of?
Alaka'i O Kaua'i Charter School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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