Governor Sanford B Dole Middle School vs Hilo Intermediate School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Hawaii, United States, 341 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Governor Sanford B Dole Middle School
Honolulu · Public middle · Grades 6–8
564 students
Hilo Intermediate School
Hilo · Public middle · Grades 7–8
560 students
| Measure | Governor Sanford B Dole Middle School Honolulu, Hawaii | Hilo Intermediate School Hilo, Hawaii |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #41 of 42 | #26 of 42 |
| National rank | #13228 of 15,369 | #8355 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 564 | 560 |
| Enrollment | 564 | 560 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75% | 60% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 13% | 41% |
| city | Honolulu | Hilo |
| state | Hawaii | Hawaii |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hilo Intermediate School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.7 vs 23.0).
- •Hilo Intermediate School does better on math proficiency (41% vs 13%).
- •Hilo Intermediate School does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 25%).
- •Hilo Intermediate School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60% vs 75%).
- •Governor Sanford B Dole Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 14.4).
- •Governor Sanford B Dole Middle School is the larger school with 564 students compared with 560.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Governor Sanford B Dole Middle School better than Hilo Intermediate School?
On the Success Index (US), Hilo Intermediate School ranks higher (46.7 vs 23.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Governor Sanford B Dole Middle School and Hilo Intermediate School?
About 341 km in a straight line, between Honolulu and Hilo in Hawaii.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Governor Sanford B Dole Middle School: 564. Hilo Intermediate School: 560. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Governor Sanford B Dole Middle School and Hilo Intermediate School rank in Hawaii?
Governor Sanford B Dole Middle School is 41st of 42 and Hilo Intermediate School is 26th of 42 among middle schools in Hawaii on the 2025 Success Index (US).