Serving 950 students in grades 6-8, Iao 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 22% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 950 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Iao Intermediate School's student population of 950 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
950 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Iao 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 Iao Intermediate 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
#233 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
24%
Hispanic
21%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
6%
11%
Hawaiian
29%
25%
Two or more races
22%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
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 Iao Intermediate School's ranking?
Iao Intermediate School is ranked #233 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Iao Intermediate School often compared to?
Iao Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maui Waena Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Iao Intermediate School?
950 students attend Iao Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Iao Intermediate School students are Hawaiian, 22% of students are Two or more races, 21% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Iao Intermediate School?
Iao Intermediate School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Iao Intermediate School offer ?
Iao Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Iao Intermediate School part of?
Iao Intermediate School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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