Serving 1,108 students in grades 9-12, Kauai High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,108 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in HI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kauai High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Kauai High School's student population of 1,108 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,108 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kauai High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kauai High School is 0.78, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.80. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#208 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
34%
25%
Hispanic
16%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
11%
11%
Hawaiian
20%
26%
Two or more races
19%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kauai High School's ranking?
Kauai High School is ranked #208 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kauai High School often compared to?
Kauai High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kapaa High School, Waimea High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kauai High School?
The graduation rate of Kauai High School is 89%, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 86%.
How many students attend Kauai High School?
1,108 students attend Kauai High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Kauai High School students are Asian, 20% of students are Hawaiian, 19% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 11% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kauai High School?
Kauai High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kauai High School offer ?
Kauai High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kauai High School part of?
Kauai High School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Kauai High School located?
Kauai High School is located in the Nawiliwili neighborhood of Lihue, HI.
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