Serving 610 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 19% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 610 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Konawaena Middle School's student population of 610 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
610 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
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 0.77, 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
#189 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
26%
Hispanic
25%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
15%
11%
Hawaiian
34%
26%
Two or more races
14%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
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 #189 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Konawaena Middle School?
610 students attend Konawaena Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Konawaena Middle School students are Hawaiian, 25% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 12% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Konawaena Middle School?
Konawaena Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Konawaena Middle School offer ?
Konawaena Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
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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Date
Last Day of School: End of Quarter 4 (Events)
May 30, 2024 (Thursday)
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