Serving 1,317 students in grades 9-12, Hilo 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 24% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,317 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in HI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hilo High School's student population of 1,317 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,317 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hilo 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 Hilo High School is 0.73, 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
#179 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
25%
Hispanic
18%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
7%
11%
Hawaiian
43%
26%
Two or more races
16%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hilo High School's ranking?
Hilo High School is ranked #179 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Hilo High School often compared to?
Hilo High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waiakea High School, Keaau High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hilo High School?
The graduation rate of Hilo High School is 80%, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 86%.
How many students attend Hilo High School?
1,317 students attend Hilo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Hilo High School students are Hawaiian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hilo High School?
Hilo High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hilo High School offer ?
Hilo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hilo High School part of?
Hilo High School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Hilo High - Spring Break (Events)
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Hilo High - Last Day for Students (Events)
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
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