Serving 729 students in grades 6-8, Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (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 69% 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: 729 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School's student population of 729 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
729 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1968
School Rankings
Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School is 0.78, 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
#38 out of 292 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
24%
Hispanic
30%
19%
Black
13%
1%
White
31%
11%
Hawaiian
6%
25%
Two or more races
14%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Hawaii Department Of Education School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spartans
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School's ranking?
Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School is ranked #38 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School often compared to?
Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kailua Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School?
729 students attend Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School?
Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School offer ?
Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School part of?
Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Absolutely the most unorganized school any of my kids have attended. The curriculum is a joke.
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