Serving 274 students in grades 6-12, West Hawaii Explorations Academy 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in HI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Hawaii Explorations Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
West Hawaii Explorations Academy's student population of 274 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Hawaii Explorations Academy 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 West Hawaii Explorations Academy is 0.73, 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
#149 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
25%
Hispanic
15%
18%
Black
1%
1%
White
44%
11%
Hawaiian
15%
26%
Two or more races
18%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Hawaii Explorations Academy's ranking?
West Hawaii Explorations Academy is ranked #149 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are West Hawaii Explorations Academy often compared to?
West Hawaii Explorations Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Kealakehe High School, Innovations - Pcs by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Hawaii Explorations Academy?
The graduation rate of West Hawaii Explorations Academy is 80-89%, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 86%.
How many students attend West Hawaii Explorations Academy?
274 students attend West Hawaii Explorations Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of West Hawaii Explorations Academy students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Hawaiian, 6% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Hawaii Explorations Academy?
West Hawaii Explorations Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Hawaii Explorations Academy offer ?
West Hawaii Explorations Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is West Hawaii Explorations Academy part of?
West Hawaii Explorations Academy is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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