Average
#185 of 292 schools in HI
Kawaikini - Ncpcs
School · Hawaii Department of Education
3-1821 J Kaumualii Hwy, Lihue, HI 96766
Enrollment
168
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
168
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Hawaii schools
#185 of 292
In Lihue
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#185 of 292
Hawaii Department of Education
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Kawaikini - Ncpcs
School in Lihue · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Kawaikini - Ncpcs
Kawaikini - Ncpcs is a public school in Lihue, HI, part of Hawaii Department of Education. Kawaikini - Ncpcs serves approximately 168 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Kawaikini - Ncpcs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #185 of 292 schools in HI.
Structured state assessment records for Kawaikini - Ncpcs show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- HI avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 168 students, Kawaikini - Ncpcs is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Kawaikini - Ncpcs sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Kawaikini - Ncpcs sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Kawaikini - Ncpcs — Students at Kawaikini - Ncpcs score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores HI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from HI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How Kawaikini - Ncpcs Compares
See how Kawaikini - Ncpcs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3-1821 J Kaumualii Hwy, Lihue, HI 96766
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kawaikini - Ncpcs may also want to explore other schools in the area. ISLAND SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OLELO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kanuikapono - PCS (rated 6.7/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Anahola), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lihue, see our Lihue schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ISLAND SCHOOL Lihue | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School Lihue | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School Lihue | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
| OLELO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lihue | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Kauai High School Lihue | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| King Kaumualii Elementary School Lihue | 3.7 mi | 9.3 |
| Alaka'i O Kaua'i Charter School Koloa | 5.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Koloa Elementary School Koloa | 6.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Kalaheo Elementary School Kalaheo | 8.4 mi | 8.0 |
| KAHILI ADVENTIST SCHOOL Kapaa | 8.7 mi | — |
| Kapaa Middle School Kapaa | 8.9 mi | 2.8 |
| ST CATHERINE SCHOOL Kapaa | 10.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Kapaa Elementary School Kapaa | 10.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Kapaa High School Kapaa | 10.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Eleele Elementary School Eleele | 12.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Kanuikapono - PCS Anahola | 13.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Kilauea Elementary School Kilauea | 16.5 mi | 5.5 |
| KAUAI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kilauea | 17.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Hanalei Elementary School Hanalei | 17.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Niihau High & Elementary School Waimea | 17.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96766 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,434
Median Home Value
$751,800
Median Rent
$1,904/mo
Population
16,924
College Educated
28.7%
Homeownership
66.4%
Avg Commute
16.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
40.6
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| FRIENDSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ewa Beach, HI | 5.7 |
| Ke Kula o Samuel M Kamakau - A Laboratory PCS Kaneohe, HI | 5.9 |
| KOOLAU BAPTIST ACADEMY Kaneohe, HI | 6.2 |
| CALVARY CHAPEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Aiea, HI | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kawaikini - Ncpcs
What grades does Kawaikini - Ncpcs serve?
Kawaikini - Ncpcs serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Kawaikini - Ncpcs?
Kawaikini - Ncpcs has an enrollment of approximately 168 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kawaikini - Ncpcs?
The student-teacher ratio at Kawaikini - Ncpcs is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kawaikini - Ncpcs rank in HI?
Kawaikini - Ncpcs ranks #185 of 292 schools in HI.
What is Kawaikini - Ncpcs's MySchoolScout rating?
Kawaikini - Ncpcs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Kawaikini - Ncpcs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kawaikini - Ncpcs has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Kawaikini - Ncpcs a charter school?
Yes, Kawaikini - Ncpcs is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Kawaikini - Ncpcs a Title I school?
No, Kawaikini - Ncpcs is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kawaikini - Ncpcs?
61.9% of students at Kawaikini - Ncpcs qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 168
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Kauai County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.8%
- Phone
- (808) 632-2032
Resources & Links
District
Hawaii Department of Education- District Enrollment
- 169,308
- Schools in District
- 295
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,056
- District Rank
- #185 of 292
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