For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,193 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 19% (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 90%, which is more than the Hawaii average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Kauai High School, with 90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Hawaii or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public high school average of 88% (majority Asian).
Best Public High Schools in Lihue, HI (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kauai High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3577 Lala Rd
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 274-3160
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 274-3160
Gr: 9-12 | 1,016 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Kawaikini - Ncpcs
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3-1821 J Kaumualii Hwy
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 632-2032
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 632-2032
Gr: K-12 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
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?
2 public high schools are located in Lihue.
What is the racial composition of students in Lihue?
Lihue public high schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public high schools average of 88% (majority Asian).
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