Serving 1,591 students in grades 9-12, Leilehua 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 24% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,591 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 30% in HI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leilehua High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Leilehua High School's student population of 1,591 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,591 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Leilehua 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 Leilehua High School is 0.81, which is more 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
#138 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
26%
26%
Hispanic
20%
18%
Black
6%
1%
White
13%
11%
Hawaiian
22%
26%
Two or more races
13%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leilehua High School's ranking?
Leilehua High School is ranked #138 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leilehua High School?
The graduation rate of Leilehua High School is 90%, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 86%.
How many students attend Leilehua High School?
1,591 students attend Leilehua High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
26% of Leilehua High School students are Asian, 22% of students are Hawaiian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leilehua High School?
Leilehua High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Leilehua High School offer ?
Leilehua High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Leilehua High School part of?
Leilehua High School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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