Kohala Middle School

Hawaii Department of Education
53-4155 Akoni Pule Hwy
Kapaau, HI 96755
172 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Kohala Middle School, located in the historic town of Kapaau on the Big Island of Hawaii, serves the North Kohala community by providing a bridge between elementary and high school education. As a public school situated in a rural and culturally rich setting, it emphasizes the importance of community connection, local traditions, and the values inherent to island life. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment where students are encouraged to develop both academically and personally during their formative middle school years.

Beyond the standard academic curriculum, Kohala Middle School integrates a focus on place-based learning, leveraging its unique geographical location to enhance student engagement. By utilizing the natural and cultural landscape of the Kohala district, the school aims to instill a sense of pride and responsibility in its students. With a dedication to preparing youth for the rigors of high school and beyond, the school serves as a vital hub for local families, striving to create a well-rounded educational experience that honors the legacy and spirit of the Kohala community.
172
Total Students
10.0
Full-Time Teachers
17.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
49.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • Hispanic
    53 (30.8%)
  • Pacific Islander
    38 (22.1%)
  • Two or More
    31 (18.0%)
  • Asian
    27 (15.7%)
  • White
    21 (12.2%)
  • American Indian
    2 (1.2%)
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)889-7119
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 172
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 10.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 65
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 20

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 6 55
Grade 7 65
Grade 8 52
Gender Ratio