Princess Ruth Keʻelikōlani Middle School, shortened as Ke‘elikōlani Middle School is a co-ed, middle school of the Hawaii Department of Education that occupies a historic building in Honolulu, Hawaiʻi, built on the grounds of Keōua Hale, the former palace of Princess Ruth Keʻelikōlani of Hawaiʻi.
Serving 354 students in grades 6-8, Princess Ruth Keelikolani 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 23% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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 98% 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: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Middle School serves the northwest part of Honolulu, HI, covering an area of approximately 2.4 square miles, with most students living within a 1-mile radius and the furthest edge located about 1.6 miles from the school. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School's student population of 354 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
354 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1928
School Calendar
School Motto
'Onipa'a: Faithful; Resilient; Trustworthy'
School Rankings
Princess Ruth Keelikolani 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 Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School is 0.64, 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
#247 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
21%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
54%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
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)37%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon and Gray
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School's ranking?
Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School is ranked #247 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School often compared to?
Princess Ruth Keelikolani 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School?
354 students attend Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School students are Hawaiian, 21% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School?
Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School offer ?
Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School part of?
Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School located?
Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 2 other public schools located in Downtown.
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