Serving 700 students in grades 7-8, Ilima 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 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 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 700 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ilima Intermediate School's student population of 700 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
700 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ilima 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 Ilima 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
#187 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
39%
24%
Hispanic
19%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
4%
11%
Hawaiian
18%
25%
Two or more races
19%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Ilima Intermediate School's ranking?
Ilima Intermediate School is ranked #187 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Ilima Intermediate School often compared to?
Ilima Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ewa Makai Middle 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 38% HI state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Ilima Intermediate School?
700 students attend Ilima Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Ilima Intermediate School students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Two or more races, 18% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ilima Intermediate School?
Ilima Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ilima Intermediate School offer ?
Ilima Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ilima Intermediate School part of?
Ilima Intermediate School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Ilima Intermediate School located?
Ilima Intermediate School is located in the Ewa neighborhood of Ewa Beach, HI. There are 10 other public schools located in Ewa.
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