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Kailua Intermediate School

145 South Kainalu Dr, Kailua, HI, 96734

About Kailua Intermediate School

Kailua Intermediate School is situated at 315 A Kailua Road in the Kailua community of O?ahu, HI 96734. The school is in a coastal town known for its beaches, family-friendly neighborhoods, and active lifestyle. The school serves 7–8th graders. It has 719 students and a 16:1 student–teacher ratio. Recent state testing shows 46% of students are proficient in math and 72% in reading. About 49% of students are female and 51% are male. Kailua Intermediate provides a balance of core academic coursework and exploratory electives that help students build teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving skills in ways that connect to both classroom content and real-world interests. In the housing market near the school, median property values typically range from approximately $850,000 to $1,200,000, indicating Kailua’s significant attractiveness for families desiring space, community amenities, and convenient access to beaches and parks. Many parents say that teachers at Kailua Intermediate School work hard to encourage students to be independent and help them set personal goals while maintaining routines that support steady progress. Kailua Intermediate School is acknowledged as one of the best middle schools in Hawaiidue to its strong performance in core subjects and emphasis on student development and engagement.

Contact Information

Address

145 South Kainalu Dr, Kailua, HI, 96734

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Phone

(808) 263-1500

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 46%
Reading 72%
State average proficiency is 46% in Math and 72% in Reading.
45
Full-time Teachers
16 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
4
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
719
Total Students
$73843
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 44 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Kailua Intermediate School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM - 2:15 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 36.02%
Asian 7.09%
Hispanic 19.33%
Black 2.09%
Two+ Races 21.56%
Native Am. 0.42%
White
36.02%
Asian
7.09%
Hispanic
19.33%
Black
2.09%
Two+ Races
21.56%
Native Am.
0.42%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 719
48.82%
351 Female
51.18%
368 Male

Student Population

719 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

359 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

Kailua Intermediate School is selling yearbooks for the 2025–2026 school year. Sales are currently available through Jostens at regular pricing through January 2026, with distribution scheduled for May 2026. The sale and distribution timeline provides students with access to the annual publication documenting the school year.

FAQ

Q1. What is the mission statement that Kailua Intermediate School sends out to families?

Ans. Kailua Intermediate School says that it creates a safe, welcoming, and creative space for all students to reach their full potential and be successful.

Q2. How does Kailua Intermediate School let families know about important dates and events on the school calendar?

Ans. The official calendar page for Kailua Intermediate School shows the school's calendar with holidays, breaks, and events.

Q3. What are the rules for signing up for classes at Kailua Intermediate School?

Ans. Kailua Intermediate School tells families to follow the registration rules for Hawaii public schools, which include sending in documents and proving residency through the state enrollment portal.

Q4. How does Kailua Intermediate School let families know about regular announcements?

Ans. Kailua Intermediate School uses its website events page and official school communications to make regular announcements.

Q5. What ways for students to get involved are mentioned in Kailua Intermediate School's online content?

Ans. The news and events page for Kailua Intermediate School has information about parent meetings and ways for families to become involved with the school community council.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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