Serving 978 students in grades 6-8, King David Kalakaua Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 22% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 978 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
King David Kalakaua Middle School's student population of 978 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
978 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
King David Kalakaua 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 King David Kalakaua Middle School is 0.54, 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
#181 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
63%
26%
Hispanic
5%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
n/a
11%
Hawaiian
25%
26%
Two or more races
7%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is King David Kalakaua Middle School's ranking?
King David Kalakaua Middle School is ranked #181 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are King David Kalakaua Middle School often compared to?
King David Kalakaua Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Governor Sanford B Dole Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend King David Kalakaua Middle School?
978 students attend King David Kalakaua Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of King David Kalakaua Middle School students are Asian, 25% of students are Hawaiian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of King David Kalakaua Middle School?
King David Kalakaua Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does King David Kalakaua Middle School offer ?
King David Kalakaua Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is King David Kalakaua Middle School part of?
King David Kalakaua Middle School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is King David Kalakaua Middle School located?
King David Kalakaua Middle School is located in the Kalihi Palama neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 10 other public schools located in Kalihi Palama.
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