Serving 1,908 students in grades 9-12, Maui 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 25% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 95% 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: 1,908 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in HI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Maui High School's student population of 1,908 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,908 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Maui 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 Maui High School is 0.72, 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
#157 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
38%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%

Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a

Asian
45%
24%

Hispanic
18%
19%

Black
1%
1%

White
5%
11%

Hawaiian
17%
25%

Two or more races
14%
20%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
81%
86%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
37%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maui High School's ranking?
Maui High School is ranked #157 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Maui High School often compared to?
Maui High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henry Perrine Baldwin High School, Lahainaluna High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Maui High School?
The graduation rate of Maui High School is 81%, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 86%.
How many students attend Maui High School?
1,908 students attend Maui High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Maui High School students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Hawaiian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maui High School?
Maui High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Maui High School offer ?
Maui High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Maui High School part of?
Maui High School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Spring Break (No School)
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
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