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 813 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 10% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). 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 91% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 813 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in HI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lahainaluna High School serves the northern part of Lahaina, HI, covering an area of approximately 96.1 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being 6.8 miles, and the furthest edge located 10.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lahainaluna High School's student population of 813 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
813 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1831
School Motto
'Gather At This Place of Lahainaluna Grasp the Flaming Torch of Excellence And Let Us Move Forward Together'
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 0.77, 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
#237 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
35%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
20%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
83%
85.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)63.1%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red & White
School Mascot
Lunas
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lahainaluna High School's ranking?
Lahainaluna High School is ranked #237 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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 83%, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 85.5%.
How many students attend Lahainaluna High School?
813 students attend Lahainaluna High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Lahainaluna High School students are Asian, 21% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Hawaiian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
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
Spring Break (No School)
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
Last Day for Teachers
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Amazing school, great teachers! Loved my classes, especially Art and Hawaiiana
5 10/10/2025
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 10/10/2025
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
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