Serving 576 students in grades 6-8, Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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: 576 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School's student population of 576 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
576 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Robert Louis Stevenson Middle 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 Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School is 0.74, 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
#124 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
41%
25%
Hispanic
13%
18%
Black
1%
1%
White
6%
11%
Hawaiian
22%
26%
Two or more races
17%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
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 Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School's ranking?
Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School is ranked #124 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School often compared to?
Robert Louis Stevenson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kaimuki Middle School, William P Jarrett Middle School, Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School?
576 students attend Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School students are Asian, 22% of students are Hawaiian, 17% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School?
Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School offer ?
Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School part of?
Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School located?
Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School is located in the Makiki And Lower And Punchbowl And Tantalus neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 4 other public schools located in Makiki And Lower And Punchbowl And Tantalus.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
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