Serving 606 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School's student population of 606 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
606 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
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 0.66, 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
#119 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
53%
26%
Hispanic
9%
18%
Black
1%
1%
White
2%
11%
Hawaiian
18%
26%
Two or more races
17%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #119 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, Kaimuki Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School?
606 students attend Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School students are Asian, 18% of students are Hawaiian, 17% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
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
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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