Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School

School Overview
Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School, located on the Wheeler Army Airfield in Wahiawa, Hawaii, serves as a vital educational hub for the children of military personnel stationed on the installation. As part of the Hawaii Department of Education, the school is uniquely integrated into the military community, providing a supportive and culturally diverse environment that understands the specific needs of transient military families. The school's mission focuses on fostering academic achievement, personal responsibility, and a sense of community, ensuring that students receive a high-quality education while navigating the challenges of military life.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Wheeler Middle School places a strong emphasis on social-emotional learning and student engagement. By leveraging its location on the airfield, the school often incorporates themes of service, discipline, and community cohesion into its culture. With a dedicated faculty and staff, the school works closely with military support services to provide a stable, inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to excel in both their studies and extracurricular activities, ultimately preparing them for success in high school and beyond.
646
Total Students
49.0
Full-Time Teachers
13.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
43.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White226
Hispanic187
Black90
Asian21
Two or More85
Pacific Islander37
  • White
    226 (35.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    187 (28.9 %)
  • Black
    90 (13.9 %)
  • Two or More
    85 (13.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    37 (5.7 %)
  • Asian
    21 (3.3 %)
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)622-6525
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 646
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 49.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 162
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 121
Grades Taught
Grade 6 244
Grade 7 210
Grade 8 192

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6244
Grade 7210
Grade 8192
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female31348.5%
Male33351.5%