Serving 950 students in grades 6-8, Kaimuki Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 950 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kaimuki Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kaimuki Middle School's student population of 950 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
950 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kaimuki Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kaimuki Middle School is 0.66, 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
#26 out of 292 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
52%
25%
Hispanic
11%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
9%
11%
Hawaiian
5%
26%
Two or more races
23%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kaimuki Middle School's ranking?
Kaimuki Middle School is ranked #26 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kaimuki Middle School often compared to?
Kaimuki Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Niu Valley Middle School, Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Kaimuki Middle School?
950 students attend Kaimuki Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Kaimuki Middle School students are Asian, 23% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, and 5% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kaimuki Middle School?
Kaimuki Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kaimuki Middle School offer ?
Kaimuki Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Kaimuki Middle School part of?
Kaimuki Middle School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Kaimuki Middle School located?
Kaimuki Middle School is located in the Kaimuki neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 2 other public schools located in Kaimuki.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Holiday: Thanksgiving Break
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Holiday: Thanksgiving Break
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
Spring Break
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 18, 2025 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
March 19, 2025 (Wednesday)
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