Serving 274 students in grades 9-12, Kohala High School ranks in the top 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in HI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kohala High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Kohala High School's student population of 274 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kohala High School ranks within the top 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kohala High School is 0.73, 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
#145 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
26%
Hispanic
8%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
13%
11%
Hawaiian
43%
26%
Two or more races
15%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kohala High School's ranking?
Kohala High School is ranked #145 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kohala High School often compared to?
Kohala High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Honokaa High & Intermediate School, Kealakehe High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kohala High School?
The graduation rate of Kohala High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 86%.
How many students attend Kohala High School?
274 students attend Kohala High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Kohala High School students are Hawaiian, 21% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are White, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kohala High School?
Kohala High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kohala High School offer ?
Kohala High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kohala High School part of?
Kohala High School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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