Serving 595 students in grades 6-8, Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 595 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School's student population of 595 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
595 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School is 0.69, 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
#105 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
48%
24%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
2%
11%
Hawaiian
20%
25%
Two or more races
17%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School's ranking?
Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School is ranked #105 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School often compared to?
Prince David Kawananakoa Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School?
595 students attend Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School students are Asian, 20% of students are Hawaiian, 17% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School?
Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School offer ?
Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School part of?
Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School located?
Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School is located in the Nuuanu Punchbowl neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 2 other public schools located in Nuuanu Punchbowl.
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