Summary:
The city of Kapolei, Hawaii is home to 9 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools. The schools in this area serve a diverse student population and vary in their academic performance, with some standout schools and others facing challenges.
Among the top-performing schools in Kapolei are Hookele Elementary School, which consistently ranks among the best elementary schools in the state, and Kapolei Middle School, which is also a high performer, ranking in the top 20 middle schools in Hawaii. These schools have strong academic performance, with over 60% of students proficient in English Language Arts and Mathematics. In contrast, Barbers Point Elementary School stands out as a lower-performing school, with low test scores and a high chronic absenteeism rate.
The data also reveals some interesting findings about the schools in Kapolei. For instance, the two charter schools in the area, DreamHouse Ewa Beach and Kapolei Charter School by Goodwill Hawaii, have vastly different performance, with the former struggling and the latter performing better, though still below average. Additionally, the data suggests a correlation between the proportion of students from low-income families and academic performance, with schools like Barbers Point Elementary having higher free/reduced lunch rates and lower test scores.
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