Serving 513 students in grades 7-8, Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate 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 25% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School serves the northwest part of Kaneohe, HI, covering an attendance area of approximately 32.6 square miles. Most students typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being 7.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School's student population of 513 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
513 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1964
School Calendar
Campus Size
28 acres
School Motto
To challenge the minds and nurture the hearts of our students.
School Rankings
Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate 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 Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School is 0.75, 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
#191 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
36%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
22%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.3%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School's ranking?
Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School is ranked #191 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School often compared to?
Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kailua Intermediate School, Kahaluu Elementary School, Castle High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School?
513 students attend Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School students are Hawaiian, 24% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School?
Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School offer ?
Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School part of?
Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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