Serving 690 students in grades 6-8, Kealakehe Intermediate 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 20% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower 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 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 690 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kealakehe Intermediate School's student population of 690 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
690 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kealakehe Intermediate 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 Kealakehe 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
#258 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
24%
Hispanic
24%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
8%
11%
Hawaiian
39%
25%
Two or more races
16%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Kealakehe Intermediate School's ranking?
Kealakehe Intermediate School is ranked #258 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kealakehe Intermediate School often compared to?
Kealakehe Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Konawaena Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Kealakehe Intermediate School?
690 students attend Kealakehe Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Kealakehe Intermediate School students are Hawaiian, 24% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kealakehe Intermediate School?
Kealakehe Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kealakehe Intermediate School offer ?
Kealakehe Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kealakehe Intermediate School part of?
Kealakehe Intermediate School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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