Serving 937 students in grades 6-8, Samuel Enoka Kalama 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 26% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 937 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Samuel Enoka Kalama Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Samuel Enoka Kalama Intermediate School's student population of 937 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
937 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Year Founded
1985
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Our mission at Samuel E. Kalama Intermediate is to provide a wide range of learning opportunities that develop critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and communication skills in order for our students to become engaged global citizens.
School Rankings
Samuel Enoka Kalama 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 Samuel Enoka Kalama 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
#212 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
24%
Hispanic
28%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
16%
11%
Hawaiian
25%
25%
Two or more races
24%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
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 Samuel Enoka Kalama Intermediate School's ranking?
Samuel Enoka Kalama Intermediate School is ranked #212 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Samuel Enoka Kalama Intermediate School often compared to?
Samuel Enoka Kalama Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lokelani Intermediate School, King Kekaulike High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Samuel Enoka Kalama Intermediate School?
937 students attend Samuel Enoka Kalama Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Samuel Enoka Kalama Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Hawaiian, 24% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are White, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Samuel Enoka Kalama Intermediate School?
Samuel Enoka Kalama Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Samuel Enoka Kalama Intermediate School offer ?
Samuel Enoka Kalama Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Samuel Enoka Kalama Intermediate School part of?
Samuel Enoka Kalama Intermediate School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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