Serving 826 students in grades 6-8, Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School ranks in the top 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 44% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 826 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School serves the northwest part of Lihue, HI, covering an area of approximately 148.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being about 12 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School's student population of 826 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
826 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
School Motto
E Holomua I Ka Na ‘auao -- Progress Through Knowledge
School Rankings
Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
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
#134 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
26%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
20%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
26%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
School Mascot
Pueo
Source: 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 #134 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, Waimea Canyon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School?
826 students attend Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
26% of Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School students are Asian, 26% of students are Two or more races, 20% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Hawaiian, and 8% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School?
Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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