For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,275 students in Lihue, HI.
The top ranked public high schools in Lihue, HI are Kauai High School and Kawaikini - Ncpcs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lihue, HI public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Hawaii public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in Lihue have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public high schools.
Lihue, HI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the Hawaii average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Kauai High School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Hawaii or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Hawaii public high school average of 88% (majority Asian).
Best Public High Schools in Lihue, HI (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kauai High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3577 Lala Rd
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 274-3160
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 274-3160
Grades: 9-12
| 1,120 students
Rank: #22.
Kawaikini - Ncpcs
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3-1821 J Kaumualii Hwy
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 632-2032
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 632-2032
Grades: K-12
| 155 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Lihue, HI?
The top ranked public high schools in Lihue, HI include Kauai High School and Kawaikini - Ncpcs.
How many public high schools are located in Lihue, HI?
2 public high schools are located in Lihue, HI.
What is the racial composition of students in Lihue, HI?
Lihue, HI public high schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Hawaii public high schools average of 88% (majority Asian).
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