Serving 17 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Niihau High & Elementary 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 <50% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 59%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 72%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Niihau High & Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Niihau High & Elementary School's student population of 17 students has grown by 88% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
17 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Niihau High & Elementary School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)<50%
59%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)<50%
72%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
25%
Hispanic
n/a
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
n/a
11%
Hawaiian
100%
26%
Two or more races
n/a
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
14%
11%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Niihau High & Elementary School often compared to?
Niihau High & Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kanuikapono - Pcs, Admiral Arthur W Radford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 59% HI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 72% HI state average).
How many students attend Niihau High & Elementary School?
17 students attend Niihau High & Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Niihau High & Elementary School students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Niihau High & Elementary School?
Niihau High & Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Niihau High & Elementary School offer ?
Niihau High & Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Niihau High & Elementary School part of?
Niihau High & Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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