Serving 1,221 students in grades 6-8, Ewa Makai Middle School ranks in the top 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 34% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher 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 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: 1,221 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ewa Makai Middle School serves the northwest part of Ewa Beach, HI, covering an attendance area of approximately 8.1 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive time of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.8 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 4.2 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ewa Makai Middle School's student population of 1,221 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,221 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2020
School Calendar
School Motto
Empower, Explore, Excel Together!
School Rankings
Ewa Makai 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 Ewa Makai 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
#137 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
33%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
11%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
25%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ewa Makai Middle School's ranking?
Ewa Makai Middle School is ranked #137 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Ewa Makai Middle School often compared to?
Ewa Makai Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ilima Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Ewa Makai Middle School?
1,221 students attend Ewa Makai Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Ewa Makai Middle School students are Asian, 25% of students are Two or more races, 20% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Hawaiian, 8% of students are White, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ewa Makai Middle School?
Ewa Makai Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ewa Makai Middle School offer ?
Ewa Makai Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ewa Makai Middle School part of?
Ewa Makai Middle School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Ewa Makai Middle School located?
Ewa Makai Middle School is located in the Ewa neighborhood of Ewa Beach, HI. There are 10 other public schools located in Ewa.
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