Serving 2,875 students in grades 9-12, James Campbell 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 21% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,875 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 50% in HI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
James Campbell High School's student population of 2,875 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 189 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,875 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
189 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
James Campbell 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 James Campbell High School is 0.76, 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
#169 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
38%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%

Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
40%
24%

Hispanic
19%
19%

Black
3%
1%

White
7%
11%

Hawaiian
16%
25%

Two or more races
15%
20%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
86%
86%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
37%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Campbell High School's ranking?
James Campbell High School is ranked #169 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are James Campbell High School often compared to?
James Campbell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kapolei High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
What is the graduation rate of James Campbell High School?
The graduation rate of James Campbell High School is 86%, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 86%.
How many students attend James Campbell High School?
2,875 students attend James Campbell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of James Campbell High School students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Hawaiian, 15% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are White, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James Campbell High School?
James Campbell High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does James Campbell High School offer ?
James Campbell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is James Campbell High School part of?
James Campbell High School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is James Campbell High School located?
James Campbell High School is located in the Ewa neighborhood of Ewa Beach, HI. There are 10 other public schools located in Ewa.
School Calendar
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Date
Spring Break
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
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