Serving 568 students in grades 6-8, Governor Sanford B Dole 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 11% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Governor Sanford B Dole Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Governor Sanford B Dole Middle School's student population of 568 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
568 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Governor Sanford B Dole 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 Governor Sanford B Dole Middle School is 0.62, 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
#288 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
26%
24%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
n/a
11%
Hawaiian
55%
25%
Two or more races
11%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
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 Governor Sanford B Dole Middle School's ranking?
Governor Sanford B Dole Middle School is ranked #288 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Governor Sanford B Dole Middle School often compared to?
Governor Sanford B Dole Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like King David Kalakaua Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Governor Sanford B Dole Middle School?
568 students attend Governor Sanford B Dole Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Governor Sanford B Dole Middle School students are Hawaiian, 26% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Governor Sanford B Dole Middle School?
Governor Sanford B Dole Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Governor Sanford B Dole Middle School offer ?
Governor Sanford B Dole Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Governor Sanford B Dole Middle School part of?
Governor Sanford B Dole Middle School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Governor Sanford B Dole Middle School located?
Governor Sanford B Dole Middle School is located in the Kalihi Valley neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 3 other public schools located in Kalihi Valley.
School Calendar
View the Governor Sanford B Dole Middle School below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School: GRADE 6 ONLY
August 05, 2025 (Tuesday)
First Day All Students
August 06, 2025 (Wednesday)
Fall Break No School for Students
October 06, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break (No School for Students)
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School for Students
May 28, 2026 (Thursday)
School Reviews
4 4/26/2021
I miss this school so much; I moved to Kalakaua, and it's okay here but there is a lot of sassy people but in dole people would actually mind their own business, the teachers are very nice; the guards are nice! THE BEST SCHOOL YOU SHOULD GO HERE!!!
5 7/16/2014
why does the school gives out the year books on the last day and not before so classmates and sign each others year books?
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