Kapolei Elementary School

91-1119 Kamaaha Lp
Kapolei, HI 96707
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 673 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kapolei 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 60% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 673 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Top 20% in HI
  • : 60% (Top 20%)
  • : 62% (Top 30%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Kapolei Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Kapolei Elementary School's student population of 673 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
673 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1993
School Calendar
School Motto
Kapolei Elementary School is a place of excellence.

School Rankings

Kapolei 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 Kapolei Elementary School is 0.76, 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.
This School
State Level (HI)
#55 out of 292 schools
(Top 20%)
60%
39%
62%
52%
55-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
24%
Hispanic
19%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
2%
11%
Hawaiian
33%
25%
Two or more races
25%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
0.76
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
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 Kapolei Elementary School's ranking?
Kapolei Elementary School is ranked #55 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kapolei Elementary School often compared to?
Kapolei Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hookele Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Kapolei Elementary School?
673 students attend Kapolei Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Kapolei Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 25% of students are Two or more races, 21% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kapolei Elementary School?
Kapolei Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kapolei Elementary School offer ?
Kapolei Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kapolei Elementary School part of?
Kapolei Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 673 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 60% (Top 20%)
  • : 62% (Top 30%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education

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