Serving 2,339 students in grades 9-12, Governor Wallace Rider Farrington 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 17% (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 16:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,339 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 73% (Btm 50% in HI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School's student population of 2,339 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 148 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,339 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
148 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Governor Wallace Rider Farrington 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 Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School is 0.56, 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
#159 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
57%
26%
Hispanic
3%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
1%
11%
Hawaiian
34%
26%
Two or more races
5%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
73%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School's ranking?
Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School is ranked #159 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% 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 Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School?
The graduation rate of Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School is 73%, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 86%.
How many students attend Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School?
2,339 students attend Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School students are Asian, 34% of students are Hawaiian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School?
Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School offer ?
Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School part of?
Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School located?
Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School is located in the Kalihi Palama neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 10 other public schools located in Kalihi Palama.
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