For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 984 students in Lihue, HI.
The top ranked public middle schools in Lihue, HI are Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School and Kawaikini - Ncpcs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lihue, HI public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Hawaii public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in Lihue have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Hawaii public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public middle school average of 87% (majority Asian).
Best Public Middle Schools in Lihue, HI (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4431 Nuhou St
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 241-3200
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 241-3200
Grades: 6-8
| 829 students
Rank: #22.
Kawaikini - Ncpcs
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3-1821 J Kaumualii Hwy
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 632-2032
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 632-2032
Grades: K-12
| 155 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in Lihue, HI?
The top ranked public middle schools in Lihue, HI include Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School and Kawaikini - Ncpcs.
How many public middle schools are located in Lihue, HI?
2 public middle schools are located in Lihue, HI.
What is the racial composition of students in Lihue, HI?
Lihue, HI public middle schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public middle schools average of 87% (majority Asian).
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