Serving 518 students in grades 7-8, Aiea Intermediate 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 36% (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 15:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aiea Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Aiea Intermediate School's student population of 518 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1985
School Motto
Kulia I Ka Nu鈥檜
School Rankings
Aiea Intermediate 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 Aiea Intermediate School is 0.79, 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
#125 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
28%
24%
Hispanic
16%
19%
Black
2%
1%
White
9%
11%
Hawaiian
27%
25%
Two or more races
18%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Aiea Intermediate School's ranking?
Aiea Intermediate School is ranked #125 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Aiea Intermediate School often compared to?
Aiea Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waipahu Intermediate School, Highlands Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% 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 Aiea Intermediate School?
518 students attend Aiea Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Aiea Intermediate School students are Asian, 27% of students are Hawaiian, 18% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aiea Intermediate School?
Aiea Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Aiea Intermediate School offer ?
Aiea Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Aiea Intermediate School part of?
Aiea Intermediate School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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