Serving 521 students in grades 6-8, Lahaina 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 20% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lahaina Intermediate School's student population of 521 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
521 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lahaina 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 Lahaina Intermediate School is 0.80, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.80. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#227 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
29%
24%
Hispanic
20%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
15%
11%
Hawaiian
20%
25%
Two or more races
15%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lahaina Intermediate School's ranking?
Lahaina Intermediate School is ranked #227 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Lahaina Intermediate School?
521 students attend Lahaina Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Lahaina Intermediate School students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Hawaiian, 15% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lahaina Intermediate School?
Lahaina Intermediate School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lahaina Intermediate School offer ?
Lahaina Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lahaina Intermediate School part of?
Lahaina Intermediate School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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