Serving 172 students in grades Kindergarten-6, 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 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- 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
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Alaka'i O Kaua'i Charter School's student population of 172 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
172 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
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 0.55, 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)
35-39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
26%
Hispanic
11%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
63%
11%
Hawaiian
5%
26%
Two or more races
21%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #57 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Alaka'i O Kaua'i Charter School?
172 students attend Alaka'i O Kaua'i Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Alaka'i O Kaua'i Charter School students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Hawaiian.
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 19:1, which is higher 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-6
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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