Serving 1,168 students in grades 9-12, King Kekaulike High School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,168 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 76% (Btm 50% in HI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
King Kekaulike High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
King Kekaulike High School's student population of 1,168 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,168 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
King Kekaulike 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 King Kekaulike High School is 0.79, 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
#119 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
25%
Hispanic
20%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
24%
11%
Hawaiian
29%
26%
Two or more races
18%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
76%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is King Kekaulike High School's ranking?
King Kekaulike High School is ranked #119 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are King Kekaulike High School often compared to?
King Kekaulike High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lahainaluna High School, Maui High School, Henry Perrine Baldwin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
What is the graduation rate of King Kekaulike High School?
The graduation rate of King Kekaulike High School is 76%, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 86%.
How many students attend King Kekaulike High School?
1,168 students attend King Kekaulike High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of King Kekaulike High School students are Hawaiian, 24% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of King Kekaulike High School?
King Kekaulike High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does King Kekaulike High School offer ?
King Kekaulike High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is King Kekaulike High School part of?
King Kekaulike High School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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