Serving 1,450 students in grades 9-12, Kealakehe 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 23% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 81% 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: 1,450 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in HI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kealakehe High School's student population of 1,450 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kealakehe 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 Kealakehe High School is 0.75, 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)
23%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
25%
Hispanic
15%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
19%
11%
Hawaiian
41%
26%
Two or more races
9%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
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 Kealakehe High School's ranking?
Kealakehe High School is ranked #179 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kealakehe High School often compared to?
Kealakehe High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Konawaena High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kealakehe High School?
The graduation rate of Kealakehe High School is 81%, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 86%.
How many students attend Kealakehe High School?
1,450 students attend Kealakehe High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Kealakehe High School students are Hawaiian, 19% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kealakehe High School?
Kealakehe High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kealakehe High School offer ?
Kealakehe High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kealakehe High School part of?
Kealakehe High School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break (Events)
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
Spring Break (Events)
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break (Events)
March 18, 2025 (Tuesday)
Spring Break (Events)
March 19, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break (Events)
March 20, 2025 (Thursday)
School Reviews
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