Serving 893 students in grades 6-8, Iao 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 26% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 893 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Iao Intermediate School serves the northern part of Wailuku, HI, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 47.8 square miles. Families in the area can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Iao Intermediate School's student population of 893 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
893 students
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
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School Rankings
Iao 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 Iao Intermediate School is 0.77, 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
#233 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
39%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025
Asian
18%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
Hispanic
23%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025 (no data for 1991)
White
5%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
Hawaiian
32%
25%
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Two or more races
22%
20%
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All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.9%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1999–2025
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Iao Intermediate School's ranking?
Iao Intermediate School is ranked #233 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Iao Intermediate School often compared to?
Iao Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maui Waena Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Iao Intermediate School?
893 students attend Iao Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Iao Intermediate School students are Hawaiian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Two or more races, 18% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Iao Intermediate School?
Iao Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Iao Intermediate School offer ?
Iao Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Iao Intermediate School part of?
Iao Intermediate School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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