Moanalua Middle School

1289 Mahiole St
Honolulu, HI 96819
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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9/
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Top 20%
Serving 768 students in grades 7-8, Moanalua Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher 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 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 768 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 87%
  • : Top 20% in HI
  • : 54% (Top 30%)
  • : 73% (Top 10%)
  • : 63% (Top 20%)
  • : Moanalua Middle School serves the northwest part of its district in Honolulu, HI, covering an area of approximately 17.4 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.8 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Moanalua Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Moanalua Middle School's student population of 768 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
768 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Year Founded
1967
School Calendar

School Rankings

Moanalua Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moanalua 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.
This School
State Level (HI)
#42 out of 292 schools
(Top 20%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

54%
39%

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

73%
52%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

63%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
37%
24%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
17%
19%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Black
4%
1%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

White
13%
11%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hawaiian
8%
25%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
21%
20%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
87%
0.77

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
14.1%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
37%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing

Sports

Colors
Royal Blue and White
School Mascot
Mustangs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Moanalua Middle School's ranking?
Moanalua Middle School is ranked #42 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Moanalua Middle School often compared to?
Moanalua Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aliamanu Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Moanalua Middle School?
768 students attend Moanalua Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Moanalua Middle School students are Asian, 21% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 8% of students are Hawaiian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moanalua Middle School?
Moanalua Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Moanalua Middle School offer ?
Moanalua Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moanalua Middle School part of?
Moanalua Middle School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Moanalua Middle School located?
Moanalua Middle School is located in the Moanalua neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 3 other public schools located in Moanalua.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 768 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 87%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 54% (Top 30%)
  • : 73% (Top 10%)
  • : 63% (Top 20%)
  • : Moanalua Middle School serves the northwest part of its district in Honolulu, HI, covering an area of approximately 17.4 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.8 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education

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