Serving 473 students in grades 7-8, Hilo 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 37% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hilo Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Hilo Intermediate School's student population of 473 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
473 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hilo 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 Hilo Intermediate School is 0.76, 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
#139 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
25%
Hispanic
28%
18%
Black
1%
1%
White
8%
11%
Hawaiian
33%
26%
Two or more races
21%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hilo Intermediate School's ranking?
Hilo Intermediate School is ranked #139 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Hilo Intermediate School often compared to?
Hilo Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waiakea Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Hilo Intermediate School?
473 students attend Hilo Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Hilo Intermediate School students are Hawaiian, 28% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hilo Intermediate School?
Hilo Intermediate School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hilo Intermediate School offer ?
Hilo Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Hilo Intermediate School part of?
Hilo Intermediate School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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