Serving 739 students in grades 7-8, Kailua Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% 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 34% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 739 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kailua Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kailua Intermediate School's student population of 739 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
739 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kailua Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kailua Intermediate School is 0.77, 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
#62 out of 292 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
26%
Hispanic
21%
18%
Black
1%
1%
White
35%
11%
Hawaiian
16%
26%
Two or more races
18%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kailua Intermediate School's ranking?
Kailua Intermediate School is ranked #62 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kailua Intermediate School often compared to?
Kailua Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Kailua Intermediate School?
739 students attend Kailua Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Kailua Intermediate School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Hawaiian, 9% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kailua Intermediate School?
Kailua Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kailua Intermediate School offer ?
Kailua Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Kailua Intermediate School part of?
Kailua Intermediate School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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