For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 944 students in Makawao, HI.
The top-ranked public middle school in Makawao, HI is Samuel Enoka Kalama Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Makawao, HI public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Hawaii public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in Makawao have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public middle school average of 88% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Makawao, HI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Samuel Enoka Kalama Intermediate School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
120 Makani Rd
Makawao, HI 96768
(808) 573-8735
Makawao, HI 96768
(808) 573-8735
Gr: 6-8 | 944 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Makawao, HI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Makawao, HI include Samuel Enoka Kalama Intermediate School.
How many public middle schools are located in Makawao?
1 public middle schools are located in Makawao.
What is the racial composition of students in Makawao?
Makawao public middle schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public middle schools average of 88% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
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