Serving 132 students in grades 6-12, Halau Ku Mana - A New Century Pcs ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 132 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in HI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Halau Ku Mana - A New Century Pcs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Halau Ku Mana - A New Century Pcs's student population of 132 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
132 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
I ulu no ka lala i ke kumu.
School Rankings
Halau Ku Mana - A New Century Pcs 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 Halau Ku Mana - A New Century Pcs is 0.64, 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
#238 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
Asian
1%
24%
Hispanic
33%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
2%
11%
Hawaiian
49%
25%
Two or more races
14%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
32%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Halau Ku Mana - A New Century Pcs's ranking?
Halau Ku Mana - A New Century Pcs is ranked #238 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Halau Ku Mana - A New Century Pcs often compared to?
Halau Ku Mana - A New Century Pcsis often viewed alongside schools like Hakipuu Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Halau Ku Mana - A New Century Pcs?
The graduation rate of Halau Ku Mana - A New Century Pcs is 50%, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 86%.
How many students attend Halau Ku Mana - A New Century Pcs?
132 students attend Halau Ku Mana - A New Century Pcs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Halau Ku Mana - A New Century Pcs students are Hawaiian, 33% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Halau Ku Mana - A New Century Pcs?
Halau Ku Mana - A New Century Pcs has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Halau Ku Mana - A New Century Pcs offer ?
Halau Ku Mana - A New Century Pcs offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Halau Ku Mana - A New Century Pcs part of?
Halau Ku Mana - A New Century Pcs is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Halau Ku Mana - A New Century Pcs located?
Halau Ku Mana - A New Century Pcs is located in the Makiki And Lower And Punchbowl And Tantalus neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 4 other public schools located in Makiki And Lower And Punchbowl And Tantalus.
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