Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School
602 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School, located in the historic Punchbowl area of Honolulu, serves students in grades 6 through 8. Named after Prince David Kawananakoa, a member of the Hawaiian royalty, the school prides itself on fostering a community that honors both academic excellence and the unique cultural heritage of Hawaii. The campus provides a structured middle school environment designed to support the developmental transition from elementary to high school, offering a variety of core academic subjects alongside elective opportunities that encourage student exploration and growth.
The school is well-regarded for its commitment to student-centered learning and its efforts to integrate technology into the classroom. Beyond academics, Kawananakoa Middle School places a strong emphasis on character development and community involvement, often participating in local initiatives that reflect the "aloha spirit." With its central location in Honolulu, the school serves a diverse student body and maintains a focus on preparing its students for success in the rigorous high school programs that follow, ensuring they are well-equipped with both the social skills and educational foundations necessary for future academic achievement.
The school is well-regarded for its commitment to student-centered learning and its efforts to integrate technology into the classroom. Beyond academics, Kawananakoa Middle School places a strong emphasis on character development and community involvement, often participating in local initiatives that reflect the "aloha spirit." With its central location in Honolulu, the school serves a diverse student body and maintains a focus on preparing its students for success in the rigorous high school programs that follow, ensuring they are well-equipped with both the social skills and educational foundations necessary for future academic achievement.
602
Total Students
43.0
Full-Time Teachers
14.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
57.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Hispanic | 82 |
| Black | 1 |
| Asian | 287 |
| Two or More | 102 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 122 |
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Asian287 (47.7%)
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Pacific Islander122 (20.3%)
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Two or More102 (16.9%)
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Hispanic82 (13.6%)
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White7 (1.2%)
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Black1 (0.2%)
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American Indian1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Hawaii Department of Education |
| Phone: | (808)587-4430 |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 602 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 43.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 275 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 69 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
216
Grade 7
187
Grade 8
199
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 216 |
| Grade 7 | 187 |
| Grade 8 | 199 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 276 | 45.8% |
| Male | 326 | 54.2% |
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