Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School is a public grades 9–12 high school located in the Kalihi district of Honolulu on the island of Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi, United States. The school is named after the late Wallace Rider Farrington, the sixth governor of the Territory of Hawaiʻi, who served from 1921 to 1929.
Serving 2,072 students in grades 9-12, Governor Wallace Rider Farrington 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 27% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,072 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: 72% (Btm 50% in HI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School's student population of 2,072 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 136 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,072 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
136 teachers
Year Founded
1936
School Calendar
Campus Size
26
School Motto
The Farrington Way
School Rankings
Governor Wallace Rider Farrington 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 Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School is 0.60, 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
#147 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
54%
24%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
n/a
11%
Hawaiian
33%
25%
Two or more races
7%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
72%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Governor
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School's ranking?
Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School is ranked #147 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School?
The graduation rate of Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School is 72%, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 86%.
How many students attend Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School?
2,072 students attend Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School students are Asian, 33% of students are Hawaiian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School?
Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School offer ?
Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School part of?
Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School located?
Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School is located in the Kalihi Palama neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 10 other public schools located in Kalihi Palama.
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