Serving 303 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Kualapuu School - ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Conversion Charter ranks in the bottom 50% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kualapuu School - ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Conversion Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kualapuu School - ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Conversion Charter's student population of 303 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
303 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
with proper nurturing our keiki will be able to discover and grow, develop skills and confidence, and like the ‘uala, withstand adversity and thrive in an ever-changing world.
School Rankings
Kualapuu School - ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Conversion Charter 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 Kualapuu School - ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Conversion Charter is 0.22, 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
#160 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
24%
Hispanic
3%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
3%
11%
Hawaiian
88%
25%
Two or more races
4%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
26%
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 Kualapuu School - ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Conversion Charter's ranking?
Kualapuu School - ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Conversion Charter is ranked #160 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kualapuu School - ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Conversion Charter often compared to?
Kualapuu School - ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Conversion Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Kaunakakai Elementary School, Kilohana Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Kualapuu School - ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Conversion Charter?
303 students attend Kualapuu School - ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Conversion Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Kualapuu School - ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Conversion Charter students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kualapuu School - ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Conversion Charter?
Kualapuu School - ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Conversion Charter has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kualapuu School - ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Conversion Charter offer ?
Kualapuu School - ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Conversion Charter offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kualapuu School - ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Conversion Charter part of?
Kualapuu School - ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Conversion Charter is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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