Serving 692 students in grades 7-8, Moanalua Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 55% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (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 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 692 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moanalua 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
Diversity
School Overview
Moanalua Middle School's student population of 692 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
692 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Moanalua Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moanalua Middle School is 0.78, 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
#40 out of 292 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
36%
25%
Hispanic
17%
18%
Black
4%
1%
White
13%
11%
Hawaiian
10%
26%
Two or more races
20%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moanalua Middle School's ranking?
Moanalua Middle School is ranked #40 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Moanalua Middle School?
692 students attend Moanalua Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Moanalua Middle School students are Asian, 20% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 10% of students are Hawaiian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Moanalua Middle School?
Moanalua Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Moanalua Middle School offer ?
Moanalua Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Moanalua Middle School part of?
Moanalua Middle School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Moanalua Middle School located?
Moanalua Middle School is located in the Moanalua neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 3 other public schools located in Moanalua.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break - No School (Events)
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School (Events)
March 18, 2025 (Tuesday)
Spring Break - No School (Events)
March 19, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - No School (Events)
March 20, 2025 (Thursday)
Spring Break - No School (Events)
March 21, 2025 (Friday)
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