Serving 550 students in grades 9-12, Kaimuki 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (Btm 50% in HI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kaimuki High School's student population of 550 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
550 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kaimuki 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 Kaimuki High School is 0.68, 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
#247 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
24%
Hispanic
15%
19%
Black
2%
1%
White
4%
11%
Hawaiian
51%
25%
Two or more races
12%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-64%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kaimuki High School's ranking?
Kaimuki High School is ranked #247 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kaimuki High School often compared to?
Kaimuki High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like President Theodore Roosevelt High School, President William Mckinley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kaimuki High School?
The graduation rate of Kaimuki High School is 60-64%, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 86%.
How many students attend Kaimuki High School?
550 students attend Kaimuki High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Kaimuki High School students are Hawaiian, 16% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kaimuki High School?
Kaimuki High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kaimuki High School offer ?
Kaimuki High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kaimuki High School part of?
Kaimuki High School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Kaimuki High School located?
Kaimuki High School is located in the Diamond Head And Kapahulu And St Louis Heights neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 3 other public schools located in Diamond Head And Kapahulu And St Louis Heights.
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