Serving 736 students in grades 7-8, Highlands Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 736 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Highlands Intermediate School's student population of 736 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
736 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highlands Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highlands Intermediate School is 0.75, 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
#105 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
37%
25%
Hispanic
20%
18%
Black
1%
1%
White
3%
11%
Hawaiian
18%
26%
Two or more races
21%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highlands Intermediate School's ranking?
Highlands Intermediate School is ranked #105 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Highlands Intermediate School often compared to?
Highlands Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waipahu Intermediate School, Aiea Intermediate School, Moanalua Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Highlands Intermediate School?
736 students attend Highlands Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Highlands Intermediate School students are Asian, 21% of students are Two or more races, 20% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highlands Intermediate School?
Highlands Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Highlands Intermediate School offer ?
Highlands Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Highlands Intermediate School part of?
Highlands Intermediate School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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