Serving 1,019 students in grades 6-8, Kaimuki Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,019 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Kaimuki Middle School serves the northwest part of Honolulu, HI, covering an area of approximately 7 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 4.9 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kaimuki Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kaimuki Middle School's student population of 1,019 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,019 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1939
School Rankings
Kaimuki Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kaimuki Middle School is 0.66, 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
#20 out of 292 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
51%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
5%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
25%
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)13.1%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and White
School Mascot
The Voyagers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kaimuki Middle School's ranking?
Kaimuki Middle School is ranked #20 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kaimuki Middle School often compared to?
Kaimuki Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Niu Valley Middle School, Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Kaimuki Middle School?
1,019 students attend Kaimuki Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Kaimuki Middle School students are Asian, 25% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, and 5% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kaimuki Middle School?
Kaimuki Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kaimuki Middle School offer ?
Kaimuki Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kaimuki Middle School part of?
Kaimuki Middle School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Kaimuki Middle School located?
Kaimuki Middle School is located in the Kaimuki neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 2 other public schools located in Kaimuki.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break (Holiday - No School)
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
M1 (Periods 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6) (Last Day for Students)
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
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