Iao Intermediate School vs King David Kalakaua Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Hawaii, United States, 151 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Iao Intermediate School
Wailuku · Public middle · Grades 6–8
893 students
King David Kalakaua Middle School
Honolulu · Public middle · Grades 6–8
900 students
| Measure | Iao Intermediate School Wailuku, Hawaii | King David Kalakaua Middle School Honolulu, Hawaii |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 50 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #32 of 42 | #21 of 42 |
| National rank | #10045 of 15,369 | #7749 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 893 | 900 |
| Enrollment | 893 | 900 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.1% | 64.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 42% |
| city | Wailuku | Honolulu |
| state | Hawaii | Hawaii |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •King David Kalakaua Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.5 vs 39.0).
- •King David Kalakaua Middle School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 26%).
- •King David Kalakaua Middle School does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 43%).
- •Iao Intermediate School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.1% vs 64.2%).
- •King David Kalakaua Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 14.9).
- •King David Kalakaua Middle School is the larger school with 900 students compared with 893.
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 Iao Intermediate School better than King David Kalakaua Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), King David Kalakaua Middle School ranks higher (49.5 vs 39.0 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 Iao Intermediate School and King David Kalakaua Middle School?
About 151 km in a straight line, between Wailuku and Honolulu in Hawaii.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Iao Intermediate School: 893. King David Kalakaua Middle School: 900. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Iao Intermediate School and King David Kalakaua Middle School rank in Hawaii?
Iao Intermediate School is 32nd of 42 and King David Kalakaua Middle School is 21st of 42 among middle schools in Hawaii on the 2025 Success Index (US).