Serving 614 students in grades 6-8, Konawaena Middle 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 22% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Konawaena Middle School serves the southeastern part of its district in Kealakekua, HI, covering an extensive area of approximately 550.4 square miles. Families within this zone typically face a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being nearly 30 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Konawaena Middle School's student population of 614 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
614 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Kulia i ka nu'u - Strive for the Highest Summit
School Rankings
Konawaena Middle 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 Konawaena Middle School is 0.78, 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
#217 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
25%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
22%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.9%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Konawaena Middle School's ranking?
Konawaena Middle School is ranked #217 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Konawaena Middle School often compared to?
Konawaena Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kealakehe Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Konawaena Middle School?
614 students attend Konawaena Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Konawaena Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Hawaiian, 22% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are White, and 9% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Konawaena Middle School?
Konawaena Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Konawaena Middle School offer ?
Konawaena Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Konawaena Middle School part of?
Konawaena Middle School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School (Spring Break)
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
No School (Spring Break)
March 16, 2027 (Tuesday)
No School (Spring Break)
March 17, 2027 (Wednesday)
No School (Spring Break)
March 18, 2027 (Thursday)
No School (Spring Break)
March 19, 2027 (Friday)
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