For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 3,215 students in Hilo, HI.
The top-ranked public high schools in Hilo, HI are Waiakea High School, Ke Ana Laahana - Pcs and Hilo High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hilo, HI public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Hawaii public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in Hilo have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Hawaii public high schools.
Hilo, HI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is less than the Hawaii average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Waiakea High School, with 87% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Hawaii or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public high school average of 88% (majority Asian).
Best Public High Schools in Hilo, HI (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waiakea High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
155 W Kawili St
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 974-4888
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 974-4888
Gr: 9-12 | 1,183 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Ke Ana Laahana - Pcs
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
160 Baker Ave
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 961-6228
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 961-6228
Gr: 7-12 | 33 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Rank: #33.
Hilo High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
556 Waianuenue Ave
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 974-4021
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 974-4021
Gr: 9-12 | 1,170 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Kua O Ka La - Ncpcs
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
345 Makalika
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 981-5866
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 981-5866
Gr: PK-9 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Connections - New Century Pcs
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
174 Kamehameha Ave
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 961-3664
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 961-3664
Gr: K-12 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Ka Umeke Kaeo - Pcs
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Kalanianaole Ave
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 961-0470
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 961-0470
Gr: PK-12 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Hilo, HI?
The top-ranked public high schools in Hilo, HI include Waiakea High School, Ke Ana Laahana - Pcs and Hilo High School.
How many public high schools are located in Hilo?
6 public high schools are located in Hilo.
What is the racial composition of students in Hilo?
Hilo public high schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public high schools average of 88% (majority Asian).
Which public high schools in Hilo are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Hilo include: Waiakea High School vs. Hilo High School, Hilo High School vs. Waiakea High School, Kua O Ka La - Ncpcs vs. Ka Umeke Kaeo - Pcs
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