For the 2024-25 school year, there are 19 public high schools serving 11,483 students in Hawaii County, HI.
The top ranked public high schools in Hawaii County, HI are Waiakea High School, Ke Ana Laahana - Pcs and Konawaena High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hawaii County, HI public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Hawaii public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in Hawaii County have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public high schools.
Hawaii County, HI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is less than the Hawaii average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Honokaa High & Intermediate School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Hawaii or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public high school average of 88% (majority Asian).
Best Public High Schools in Hawaii County (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Waiakea High School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
155 W Kawili St
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 974-4888
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 974-4888
Grades: 9-12
| 1,297 students
Rank: #22.
Ke Ana Laahana - Pcs
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
160 Baker Ave
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 961-6228
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 961-6228
Grades: 7-12
| 34 students
Rank: #33.
Konawaena High School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
81-1043 Konawaena School Rd
Kealakekua, HI 96750
(808) 323-4500
Kealakekua, HI 96750
(808) 323-4500
Grades: 9-12
| 941 students
Rank: #44.
West Hawaii Explorations Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
73-4500 Kahilihili St
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 327-4751
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 327-4751
Grades: 6-12
| 274 students
Rank: #55.
Kanu O Ka Aina - New Century Pcs
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
64-1043 Hiiaka St
Kamuela, HI 96743
(808) 887-8144
Kamuela, HI 96743
(808) 887-8144
Grades: K-12
| 612 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Hilo High School
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
556 Waianuenue Ave
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 974-4021
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 974-4021
Grades: 9-12
| 1,317 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Kealakehe High School
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
74-5000 Puohulihuli St
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 327-4300
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 327-4300
Grades: 9-12
| 1,450 students
Rank: #88.
Hawaii Academy Of Arts & Science Pcs
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
15-1397 Post Office Rd
Pahoa, HI 96778
(808) 965-3730
Pahoa, HI 96778
(808) 965-3730
Grades: K-12
| 683 students
Rank: #99.
Honokaa High & Intermediate School
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
45-527 Pakalana St
Honokaa, HI 96727
(808) 775-8800
Honokaa, HI 96727
(808) 775-8800
Grades: 7-12
| 668 students
Rank: #1010.
Paauilo Elementary & Intermediate School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
43-1497 Hauola Rd
Paauilo, HI 96776
(808) 776-7710
Paauilo, HI 96776
(808) 776-7710
Grades: PK-9
| 181 students
Rank: #11 - 1211. - 12.
Kohala High School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
54-3611 Akoni Pule Hwy
Kapaau, HI 96755
(808) 889-7117
Kapaau, HI 96755
(808) 889-7117
Grades: 9-12
| 275 students
Rank: #11 - 1211. - 12.
Volcano School Of Arts & Sciences - A Community Pcs
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
99-128 Old Volcano Rd
Volcano, HI 96785
(808) 985-9800
Volcano, HI 96785
(808) 985-9800
Grades: PK-11
| 264 students
Rank: #1313.
Ka Umeke Kaeo - Pcs
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Kalanianaole Ave
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 961-0470
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 961-0470
Grades: PK-12
| 263 students
Rank: #1414.
Pahoa High & Intermediate School
Magnet School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
15-3038 Puna Rd
Pahoa, HI 96778
(808) 965-2150
Pahoa, HI 96778
(808) 965-2150
Grades: 7-12
| 723 students
Rank: #1515.
Laupahoehoe Community - Pcs
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
35-2065 Mamalahoa Hwy
Laupahoehoe, HI 96764
(808) 962-2200
Laupahoehoe, HI 96764
(808) 962-2200
Grades: PK-12
| 320 students
Rank: #1616.
Keaau High School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
16-725 Keaau-pahoa Rd
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 982-4220
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 982-4220
Grades: 9-12
| 1,046 students
Rank: #1717.
Ke Kula O Ehunuikaimalino
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
81-1041 Konawaena School Rd
Kealakekua, HI 96750
(808) 323-1900
Kealakekua, HI 96750
(808) 323-1900
Grades: PK-12
| 268 students
Rank: #1818.
Connections - New Century Pcs
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
174 Kamehameha Ave
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 961-3664
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 961-3664
Grades: K-12
| 340 students
Rank: #1919.
Kau High & Pahala Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
96-3150 Pikake St
Pahala, HI 96777
(808) 928-2088
Pahala, HI 96777
(808) 928-2088
Grades: PK-12
| 527 students
Hawaii County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Ka'u Learning Academy - Pcs (Closed 2023)
Charter School
94-1581 Kaulua Circle
Naalehu, HI 96772
(808) 498-0761
Naalehu, HI 96772
(808) 498-0761
Grades: 3-7
| 79 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Hawaii County, HI?
The top ranked public high schools in Hawaii County, HI include Waiakea High School, Ke Ana Laahana - Pcs and Konawaena High School.
How many public high schools are located in Hawaii County?
19 public high schools are located in Hawaii County.
What is the racial composition of students in Hawaii County?
Hawaii County public high schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public high schools average of 88% (majority Asian).
Which public high schools in Hawaii County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Hawaii County include: Konawaena High School vs. Kealakehe High School, Waiakea High School vs. Hilo High School, Kealakehe High School vs. Konawaena High School
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