Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School serves 829 students in grades 6-8.
Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 32%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 829 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School's student population of 829 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
829 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School is ranked within the top 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School is 0.79, 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
#135 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
26%
Hispanic
20%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
10%
11%
Hawaiian
19%
26%
Two or more races
28%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School's ranking?
Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School is ranked #135 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School often compared to?
Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kapaa Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School?
829 students attend Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School students are Two or more races, 23% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Hawaiian, and 10% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School?
Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School offer ?
Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School part of?
Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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