Serving 842 students in grades 7-8, Highlands Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 842 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Highlands Intermediate School's student population of 842 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
842 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Do the right THING, at the right TIME, to the right PERSON, at the right PLACE, for the right REASON, the FIRST TIME!
School Rankings
Highlands Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highlands Intermediate School is 0.75, 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
#81 out of 292 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
38%
24%
Hispanic
18%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
3%
11%
Hawaiian
17%
25%
Two or more races
23%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Highlands Intermediate School's ranking?
Highlands Intermediate School is ranked #81 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Highlands Intermediate School often compared to?
Highlands Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aiea Intermediate School, Moanalua Middle School, Waipahu Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Highlands Intermediate School?
842 students attend Highlands Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Highlands Intermediate School students are Asian, 23% of students are Two or more races, 18% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highlands Intermediate School?
Highlands Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Highlands Intermediate School offer ?
Highlands Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highlands Intermediate School part of?
Highlands Intermediate School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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