Kahuku High & Intermediate School, located in Kahuku CDP, City and County of Honolulu, Hawaii, United States, on the island of Oahu, serves approximately 1,850 students in grades seven through twelve and is part of the Windward District on the island of Oahu. It is a part of the Hawaii Department of Education.
Serving 1,414 students in grades 7-12, Kahuku 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 27% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,414 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in HI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kahuku High & Intermediate School's student population of 1,414 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,414 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Year Founded
1897
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kahuku 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 Kahuku High & Intermediate School is 0.73, 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
#169 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
24%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
16%
11%
Hawaiian
41%
25%
Two or more races
26%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
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: Red Raider
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kahuku High & Intermediate School's ranking?
Kahuku High & Intermediate School is ranked #169 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Kahuku High & Intermediate School often compared to?
Kahuku High & Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waialua High & Intermediate School, Mililani High School by visitors of our site.
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 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kahuku High & Intermediate School?
The graduation rate of Kahuku High & Intermediate School is 88%, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 86%.
How many students attend Kahuku High & Intermediate School?
1,414 students attend Kahuku High & Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Kahuku High & Intermediate School students are Hawaiian, 26% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kahuku High & Intermediate School?
Kahuku High & Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kahuku High & Intermediate School offer ?
Kahuku High & Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kahuku High & Intermediate School part of?
Kahuku High & Intermediate School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Kahuku High & Intermediate School located?
Kahuku High & Intermediate School is located in the Koolauloa neighborhood of Kahuku, HI. There are 1 other public schools located in Koolauloa.
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