Serving 553 students in grades 7-8, Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate 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 29% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower 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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School's student population of 553 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
553 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate 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 Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School is 0.76, 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
#177 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
24%
Hispanic
22%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
5%
11%
Hawaiian
34%
25%
Two or more races
25%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School's ranking?
Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School is ranked #177 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School often compared to?
Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kailua Intermediate School, Castle High 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 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School?
553 students attend Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School students are Hawaiian, 25% of students are Two or more races, 22% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School?
Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School offer ?
Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School part of?
Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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