Kalani High School is a four-year public high school located in East Honolulu, Hawaiʻi, USA. Kalani is a part of the Hawaii Department of Education. Kalani is located on Kalanianaʻole Highway. It is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
Serving 1,375 students in grades 9-12, Kalani High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,375 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in HI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kalani High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Kalani High School's student population of 1,375 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kalani High School ranks within the top 20% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kalani High School is 0.63, 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
#39 out of 292 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
56%
24%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
8%
11%
Hawaiian
5%
25%
Two or more races
21%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcon
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kalani High School's ranking?
Kalani High School is ranked #39 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kalani High School often compared to?
Kalani High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henry J Kaiser High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kalani High School?
The graduation rate of Kalani High School is 97%, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 86%.
How many students attend Kalani High School?
1,375 students attend Kalani High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Kalani High School students are Asian, 21% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kalani High School?
Kalani High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kalani High School offer ?
Kalani High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kalani High School part of?
Kalani High School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Kalani High School located?
Kalani High School is located in the Kuliouou Kalani Iki neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 2 other public schools located in Kuliouou Kalani Iki.
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