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Growing in numbers and achievement
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SCHOOLS |
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Operating Schools |
32 Many of Hawaii's charter schools infuse a strong academic curriculum with cultural lessons and native Hawaiian traditions. |
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Total Enrollment |
7,878 |
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Resource |
The National Charter School Directory offers complete listings, including school address, program description, and website. |
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LAW |
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Grade |
D |
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Rank |
36th out of 40 laws |
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CER's 2010 point-by-point profile of Hawaii's charter law looks at approval process, operations, funding, and teacher and student provisions. |
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EQUITY |
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Funding |
Hawaii's charter schools receive inequitable funding and no guarantee of annual support. Charter schools are funded on average $5,750 per pupil, compared to the $16,520 that conventional district public schools receive. |
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Resource |
More information on equity issues at Charter School Funding: Following the Money. |
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ACHIEVEMENT AND ACCOUNTABILITY |
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Test Scores |
While there is no renewal process or accountability plan addressed in the law,
Aloha State students perform at levels equal to or above the proficiency objective indicated by the state in both reading and math, according to measures on the Hawaii Content and Performance Standards, administered in grades three, five, eight, and ten. |
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Closures |
As of February, 2009, no Hawaii charters have been closed. |
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Resource |
Accountability Report 2009: Charter Schools: In-depth information about charter achievement and accountability, including state-by-state analyses and closure listings. |
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Additional Information
Charter Connection - Hawaii: News and Resources.
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