Serving 172 students in grades 6-8, Kohala 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kohala Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Kohala Middle School's student population of 172 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
172 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kohala 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 Kohala Middle 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
#250 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
16%
24%
Hispanic
31%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
12%
11%
Hawaiian
22%
25%
Two or more races
18%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Hawaii Department Of Education School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kohala Middle School's ranking?
Kohala Middle School is ranked #250 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Kohala Middle School?
172 students attend Kohala Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Kohala Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Hawaiian, 18% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Asian, 12% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kohala Middle School?
Kohala Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kohala Middle School offer ?
Kohala Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kohala Middle School part of?
Kohala Middle School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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