Serving 287 students in grades 6-8, William P Jarrett 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 30% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William P Jarrett Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
William P Jarrett Middle School's student population of 287 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1955
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
8
School Motto
Don't settle for ordinary...Strive for EXTRA-ordinary!
School Rankings
William P Jarrett 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 William P Jarrett Middle School is 0.63, 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
#212 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
24%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
4%
11%
Hawaiian
57%
25%
Two or more races
14%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William P Jarrett Middle School's ranking?
William P Jarrett Middle School is ranked #212 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are William P Jarrett Middle School often compared to?
William P Jarrett 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend William P Jarrett Middle School?
287 students attend William P Jarrett Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of William P Jarrett Middle School students are Hawaiian, 14% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William P Jarrett Middle School?
William P Jarrett Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does William P Jarrett Middle School offer ?
William P Jarrett Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William P Jarrett Middle School part of?
William P Jarrett Middle School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is William P Jarrett Middle School located?
William P Jarrett Middle School is located in the Palolo neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 3 other public schools located in Palolo.
School Calendar
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Date
First Day of Second Semester
January 06, 2026 (Tuesday)
Spring Break - No School
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
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