Serving 1,253 students in grades 6-8, Ewa Makai Middle School ranks in the top 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 29% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 90% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,253 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ewa Makai Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ewa Makai Middle School's student population of 1,253 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,253 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
School Rankings
Ewa Makai 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 Ewa Makai 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
#143 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
32%
24%
Hispanic
22%
19%
Black
3%
1%
White
10%
11%
Hawaiian
11%
25%
Two or more races
22%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Ewa Makai Middle School's ranking?
Ewa Makai Middle School is ranked #143 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Ewa Makai Middle School often compared to?
Ewa Makai Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ilima Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Ewa Makai Middle School?
1,253 students attend Ewa Makai Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Ewa Makai Middle School students are Asian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hawaiian, 10% of students are White, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ewa Makai Middle School?
Ewa Makai Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ewa Makai Middle School offer ?
Ewa Makai Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ewa Makai Middle School part of?
Ewa Makai Middle School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Ewa Makai Middle School located?
Ewa Makai Middle School is located in the Ewa neighborhood of Ewa Beach, HI. There are 10 other public schools located in Ewa.
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