Serving 602 students in grades 6-8, Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School ranks in the top 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 35% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher 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 99% 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: 602 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School serves an 8.8 square mile area in the northwest part of Honolulu, HI, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes and an average distance of 1.4 miles to the edge of the attendance zone. The furthest edge of the zone is located approximately 5.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School's student population of 602 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
602 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1927
School Calendar
Average Class Size
22 students
School Motto
'Ka naʻauao me ke aloha | Knowledge and Wisdom with Compassion'
School Rankings
Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School is 0.69, 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
#126 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
48%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
20%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
17%
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)18.6%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Cardinal, Black, Gold
School Mascot
Aliʻi Warriors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School's ranking?
Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School is ranked #126 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School often compared to?
Prince David Kawananakoa Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School?
602 students attend Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School students are Asian, 20% of students are Hawaiian, 17% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School?
Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School offer ?
Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School part of?
Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School located?
Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School is located in the Nuuanu Punchbowl neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 2 other public schools located in Nuuanu Punchbowl.
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