Serving 923 students in grades 9-12, Konawaena High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 923 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in HI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Konawaena High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Konawaena High School's student population of 923 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
923 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Konawaena 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 Konawaena High School is 0.75, 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
#91 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
26%
Hispanic
17%
18%
Black
1%
1%
White
17%
11%
Hawaiian
41%
26%
Two or more races
8%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Konawaena High School's ranking?
Konawaena High School is ranked #91 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Konawaena High School often compared to?
Konawaena High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kealakehe High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Konawaena High School?
The graduation rate of Konawaena High School is 87%, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 86%.
How many students attend Konawaena High School?
923 students attend Konawaena High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Konawaena High School students are Hawaiian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Konawaena High School?
Konawaena High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Konawaena High School offer ?
Konawaena High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Konawaena High School part of?
Konawaena High School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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