Serving 1,160 students in grades 9-12, Henry J Kaiser High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,160 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in HI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry J Kaiser High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Henry J Kaiser High School's student population of 1,160 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,160 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Henry J Kaiser High School ranks within the top 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry J Kaiser 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
#126 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
34%
25%
Hispanic
11%
18%
Black
1%
1%
White
20%
11%
Hawaiian
12%
26%
Two or more races
22%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henry J Kaiser High School's ranking?
Henry J Kaiser High School is ranked #126 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Henry J Kaiser High School often compared to?
Henry J Kaiser High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kalani High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Henry J Kaiser High School?
The graduation rate of Henry J Kaiser High School is 96%, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 86%.
How many students attend Henry J Kaiser High School?
1,160 students attend Henry J Kaiser High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Henry J Kaiser High School students are Asian, 22% of students are Two or more races, 20% of students are White, 12% of students are Hawaiian, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henry J Kaiser High School?
Henry J Kaiser High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Henry J Kaiser High School offer ?
Henry J Kaiser High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Henry J Kaiser High School part of?
Henry J Kaiser High School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Henry J Kaiser High School located?
Henry J Kaiser High School is located in the Hawaii Kai neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 3 other public schools located in Hawaii Kai.
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