For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public middle schools serving 2,048 students in Hilo, HI.
The top ranked public middle schools in Hilo, HI are Ke Ana Laahana - Pcs, Hilo Intermediate School and Waiakea Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hilo, HI public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Hawaii public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in Hilo have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Hawaii public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public middle school average of 87% (majority Asian).
Best Public Middle Schools in Hilo, HI (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ke Ana Laahana - Pcs
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
160 Baker Ave
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 961-6228
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 961-6228
Grades: 7-12
| 34 students
Rank: #22.
Hilo Intermediate School
Magnet School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
587 Waianuenue Ave
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 974-4955
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 974-4955
Grades: 7-8
| 473 students
Rank: #33.
Waiakea Intermediate School
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 W Puainako St
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 981-7231
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 981-7231
Grades: 6-8
| 774 students
Rank: #44.
Kua O Ka La - Ncpcs
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
345 Makalika
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 981-5866
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 981-5866
Grades: PK-8
| 164 students
Rank: #55.
Ka Umeke Kaeo - Pcs
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Kalanianaole Ave
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 961-0470
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 961-0470
Grades: PK-12
| 263 students
Rank: #66.
Connections - New Century Pcs
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
174 Kamehameha Ave
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 961-3664
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 961-3664
Grades: K-12
| 340 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in Hilo, HI?
The top ranked public middle schools in Hilo, HI include Ke Ana Laahana - Pcs, Hilo Intermediate School and Waiakea Intermediate School.
How many public middle schools are located in Hilo?
6 public middle schools are located in Hilo.
What is the racial composition of students in Hilo?
Hilo public middle schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public middle schools average of 87% (majority Asian).
Which public middle schools in Hilo are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public middle schools in Hilo include: Waiakea Intermediate School vs. Hilo Intermediate School, Hilo Intermediate School vs. Waiakea Intermediate School, Kua O Ka La - Ncpcs vs. Ka Umeke Kaeo - Pcs
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