Serving 260 students in grades 6-8, William P Jarrett Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 36% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William P Jarrett Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
William P Jarrett Middle School's student population of 260 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
260 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
William P Jarrett Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William P Jarrett Middle School is 0.63, 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
#190 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
25%
Hispanic
12%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
3%
11%
Hawaiian
56%
26%
Two or more races
12%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William P Jarrett Middle School's ranking?
William P Jarrett Middle School is ranked #190 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are William P Jarrett Middle School often compared to?
William P Jarrett Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend William P Jarrett Middle School?
260 students attend William P Jarrett Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of William P Jarrett Middle School students are Hawaiian, 17% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William P Jarrett Middle School?
William P Jarrett Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does William P Jarrett Middle School offer ?
William P Jarrett Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is William P Jarrett Middle School part of?
William P Jarrett Middle School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is William P Jarrett Middle School located?
William P Jarrett Middle School is located in the Palolo neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 3 other public schools located in Palolo.
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Date
Last Day for Semester 1
December 20, 2024 (Friday)
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