Serving 807 students in grades 9-12, Kalaheo High School ranks in the top 30% 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 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 807 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 30% in HI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kalaheo High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kalaheo High School's student population of 807 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
807 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kalaheo High School ranks within the top 30% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kalaheo 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
#71 out of 292 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
26%
Hispanic
18%
18%
Black
3%
1%
White
42%
11%
Hawaiian
12%
26%
Two or more races
15%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kalaheo High School's ranking?
Kalaheo High School is ranked #71 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kalaheo High School often compared to?
Kalaheo High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kailua 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 32% HI state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kalaheo High School?
The graduation rate of Kalaheo High School is 90%, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 86%.
How many students attend Kalaheo High School?
807 students attend Kalaheo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Kalaheo High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hawaiian, 10% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kalaheo High School?
Kalaheo High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kalaheo High School offer ?
Kalaheo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kalaheo High School part of?
Kalaheo High School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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