Lahainaluna High School is a public high school serving grades 9–12, located in Lahaina on the island of Maui. Operated by the Hawaii Department of Education, Lahainaluna High School is also a public boarding school. It was founded in 1831 as a Protestant missionary school, originally named Lahainaluna Seminary.
Serving 870 students in grades 9-12, Lahainaluna High School ranks in the bottom 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 13% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 870 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in HI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lahainaluna High School's student population of 870 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
870 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Year Founded
1831
School Rankings
Lahainaluna High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lahainaluna High School is 0.78, 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
#228 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
32%
24%
Hispanic
21%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
12%
11%
Hawaiian
22%
25%
Two or more races
13%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lunas
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lahainaluna High School's ranking?
Lahainaluna High School is ranked #228 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Lahainaluna High School often compared to?
Lahainaluna High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maui High School, King Kekaulike High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lahainaluna High School?
The graduation rate of Lahainaluna High School is 84%, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 86%.
How many students attend Lahainaluna High School?
870 students attend Lahainaluna High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Lahainaluna High School students are Asian, 22% of students are Hawaiian, 21% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 12% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lahainaluna High School?
Lahainaluna High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lahainaluna High School offer ?
Lahainaluna High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lahainaluna High School part of?
Lahainaluna High School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Calendar
View the Lahainaluna High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Teacher First Day (Upcoming Events)
July 29, 2025 (Tuesday)
First Day for Students (Upcoming Events)
August 05, 2025 (Tuesday)
Fall Break (Upcoming Events)
October 06, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break (Upcoming Events)
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day for Students and 2nd Semester Ends (Upcoming Events)
May 28, 2026 (Thursday)
School Reviews
5 3/22/2014
its been awhile i didnt visited Lahainaluna but i graduated with the class of 1994
lahainaluna was a good and well school. i would recommed this school to anyone in hawaii
they have a great academic programs and good football team. and theres anyway i could get a yearbook from the class of 1994 let me know what the cost i lost my copy
5 2/13/2014
I have not visited the school but I graduated with the class of 1966. I enjoyed my stay at Lahainaluna as a boarding student and it helped me be an independent individual. Yes I would recomend the school. I lost my 1965 and 1966 Yearbook. Would it be possible to obtain a digital copy or hard copy, andhow much would it cost.
Virgilio Capino
5 1/18/2013
Amazing school, great teachers! Loved my classes, especially Art and Hawaiiana
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