GOVERNOR SAMUEL WILDER KING INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL

Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Hawaii Department of Education school district, located in Kaneohe, HI with about 615 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 40 teachers, Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School, located in Kaneohe, Hawaii, serves students in grades 7 and 8 within the Windward District of the Hawaii Department of Education. Named after the former Governor of Hawaii, Samuel Wilder King, the school is situated along the scenic Kamehameha Highway. It functions as a foundational academic bridge between elementary and high school, focusing on the developmental needs of young adolescents as they transition into more rigorous educational pathways.

The school is deeply rooted in the local Kaneohe community, emphasizing a culture of "King Pride." Academically, the institution follows the Hawaii Common Core standards while integrating social-emotional learning to help students navigate the challenges of middle school. Beyond the standard curriculum, the school encourages student participation in various extracurricular activities, sports, and elective programs, aiming to foster both academic achievement and character development in a supportive, island-based environment.

For more information, contact Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School at (808) 233-5727 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.