Serving 719 students in grades 7-8, Kailua Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 719 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kailua Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Kailua Intermediate School's student population of 719 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
719 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kailua Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kailua 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
#62 out of 292 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
24%
Hispanic
19%
19%
Black
2%
1%
White
36%
11%
Hawaiian
14%
25%
Two or more races
22%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Kailua Intermediate School's ranking?
Kailua Intermediate School is ranked #62 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kailua Intermediate School often compared to?
Kailua Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Kailua Intermediate School?
719 students attend Kailua Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Kailua Intermediate School students are White, 22% of students are Two or more races, 19% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Hawaiian, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kailua Intermediate School?
Kailua Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kailua Intermediate School offer ?
Kailua Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kailua Intermediate School part of?
Kailua Intermediate School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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