Serving 795 students in grades 9-12, Kailua 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher 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 Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 795 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in HI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kailua High School's student population of 795 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Mascot
Surfrider
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
795 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
1955
School Colors
White, Blue
School Rankings
Kailua 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 Kailua High School is 0.76, 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
#164 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
24%
Hispanic
21%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
9%
11%
Hawaiian
38%
25%
Two or more races
18%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kailua High School's ranking?
Kailua High School is ranked #164 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kailua High School often compared to?
Kailua High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kalaheo 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 38% HI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kailua High School?
The graduation rate of Kailua High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 86%.
How many students attend Kailua High School?
795 students attend Kailua High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Kailua High School students are Hawaiian, 21% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kailua High School?
Kailua High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kailua High School offer ?
Kailua High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kailua High School part of?
Kailua High School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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