Serving 188 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Kaelepulu Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kaelepulu Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Kaelepulu Elementary School's student population of 188 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
188 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kaelepulu Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kaelepulu 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
#15 out of 292 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
26%
Hispanic
12%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
34%
11%
Hawaiian
9%
26%
Two or more races
34%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kaelepulu Elementary School's ranking?
Kaelepulu Elementary School is ranked #15 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kaelepulu Elementary School often compared to?
Kaelepulu Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ka'ohao Public Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Kaelepulu Elementary School?
188 students attend Kaelepulu Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Kaelepulu Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kaelepulu Elementary School?
Kaelepulu Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kaelepulu Elementary School offer ?
Kaelepulu Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Kaelepulu Elementary School part of?
Kaelepulu Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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