Below Average
#78 of 86 private schools in HI
Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus
School
1887 MAKUAKANE ST, Honolulu, HI 96817
Enrollment
3,195
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
3,195
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Hawaii private schools
#78 of 86
In Honolulu
#26 of 28
public schools
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Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus
School in Honolulu · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus
Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus is a private school in Honolulu, HI. Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus serves approximately 3,195 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #78 of 86 private schools in HI.
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- HI avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus is a large school: 3,195 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus compares to 74 public schools serving similar grades in Honolulu, HI
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus (this school) | 4.2 |
| Kalihi Uka Elementary School | 8.4 |
| Kaewai Elementary School | 5.6 |
| Kalihi Elementary School | 4.7 |
| Governor Sanford B Dole Middle School | 4.6 |
| Kapalama Elementary School | 7.9 |
| Maemae Elementary School | 9.1 |
| Lanakila Elementary School | 6.5 |
| Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School | 7.2 |
| Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School | 5.8 |
| Kalihi Waena Elementary School | 6.2 |
| Linapuni Elementary School | 5.1 |
| Nuuanu Elementary School | 9.1 |
| Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School | 7.1 |
| Kauluwela Elementary School | 4.7 |
| School for Examining Essential Questions of Sustainability | 7.9 |
| Princess Victoria Kaiulani Elementary School | 3.2 |
| King David Kalakaua Middle School | 7.2 |
| Pauoa Elementary School | 9.3 |
| Mayor Joseph J Fern Elementary School | 5.1 |
| Kalihi Kai Elementary School | 8.2 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in HI.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in HI
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1887 MAKUAKANE ST, Honolulu, HI 96817
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus may also want to explore other schools in the area. Maemae Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Nuuanu Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kalihi Uka Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Honolulu, see our Honolulu schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96817 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,690
Median Home Value
$930,000
Median Rent
$1,419/mo
Population
55,213
College Educated
29.9%
Homeownership
43.1%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
45.4
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|---|---|
| PUNAHOU SCHOOL Honolulu, HI | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus
What grades does Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus serve?
Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus?
Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus has an enrollment of approximately 3,195 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus?
The student-teacher ratio at Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus rank in HI?
Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus ranks #78 of 86 private schools in HI.
What is Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus's MySchoolScout rating?
Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus a private school?
Yes, Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus is a private coeducational school with a Church of Christ affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus a religious school?
Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus has a Church of Christ religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 3,195
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 271
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Church of Christ
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Honolulu County
- Phone
- (808) 842-8552
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