Serving 713 students in grades 7-12, Pahoa High & Intermediate 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 713 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in HI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pahoa High & Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pahoa High & Intermediate School's student population of 713 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
713 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pahoa High & Intermediate 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 Pahoa High & Intermediate School is 0.74, 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
#208 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
26%
Hispanic
27%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
10%
11%
Hawaiian
39%
26%
Two or more races
13%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pahoa High & Intermediate School's ranking?
Pahoa High & Intermediate School is ranked #208 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Pahoa High & Intermediate School often compared to?
Pahoa High & Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Keaau Middle School, Hilo High School, Keaau High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pahoa High & Intermediate School?
The graduation rate of Pahoa High & Intermediate School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 86%.
How many students attend Pahoa High & Intermediate School?
713 students attend Pahoa High & Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Pahoa High & Intermediate School students are Hawaiian, 27% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, and 10% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pahoa High & Intermediate School?
Pahoa High & Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pahoa High & Intermediate School offer ?
Pahoa High & Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Pahoa High & Intermediate School part of?
Pahoa High & Intermediate School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Reviews
5 4/18/2014
I am a 1956 graduate of Pahoa High and I'm proud to say, the Facultie and students were really proud to be apart of our Alma Mater.
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