Kapolei High School vs Makakilo Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Hawaii, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kapolei High School
Kapolei · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,836 students
Makakilo Elementary School
Kapolei · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
454 students
| Measure | Kapolei High School Kapolei, Hawaii | Makakilo Elementary School Kapolei, Hawaii |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #14 of 41 | #118 of 182 |
| National rank | #6975 of 16,910 | #26171 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,836 | 454 |
| Enrollment | 1,836 | 454 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.1% | 47.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 39% |
| city | Kapolei | Kapolei |
| state | Hawaii | Hawaii |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kapolei High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.2 vs 48.5).
- •Makakilo Elementary School does better on math proficiency (39% vs 32%).
- •Kapolei High School does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 46%).
- •Kapolei High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.1% vs 47.4%).
- •Makakilo Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 14.8).
- •Kapolei High School is the larger school with 1,836 students compared with 454.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Kapolei High School better than Makakilo Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Kapolei High School ranks higher (55.2 vs 48.5 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Kapolei High School and Makakilo Elementary School?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Kapolei and Kapolei in Hawaii.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kapolei High School: 1,836. Makakilo Elementary School: 454. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kapolei High School and Makakilo Elementary School rank in Hawaii?
Kapolei High School is 14th of 41 and Makakilo Elementary School is 118th of 182 among high schools in Hawaii on the 2025 Success Index (US).