Serving 846 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 37% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 846 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 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 846 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
846 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
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 0.78, 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
#143 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
26%
24%
Hispanic
21%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
7%
11%
Hawaiian
20%
25%
Two or more races
26%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School's ranking?
Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School is ranked #143 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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?
846 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, 21% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Hawaiian, and 7% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School?
Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher 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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