Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School

1302 Queen Emma St
Honolulu, HI 96813
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Serving 336 students in grades 6-8, Princess Ruth Keelikolani 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 8% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 336 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50% in HI
  • : 8% (Btm 50%)
  • : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:

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School Overview

Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School's student population of 336 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
336 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
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School Rankings

Princess Ruth Keelikolani 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 Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School is 0.65, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (HI)
#278 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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8%
32%
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23%
50%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
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American Indian
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n/a
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Asian
26%
26%
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Hispanic
8%
18%
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Black
2%
1%
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White
2%
11%
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Hawaiian
52%
26%
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Two or more races
10%
18%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.65
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Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
39%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School's ranking?
Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School is ranked #278 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School?
336 students attend Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School students are Hawaiian, 26% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School?
Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School offer ?
Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School part of?
Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 336 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 8% (Btm 50%)
  • : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education

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