Leilehua High School is a public, co-educational, college preparatory high school in Wahiawa, Hawaii on the island of O驶ahu.
Serving 1,581 students in grades 9-12, Leilehua 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 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 88% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,581 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in HI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leilehua High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Leilehua High School's student population of 1,581 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,581 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Year Founded
1924
Colors
Green, Gold
School Rankings
Leilehua 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 Leilehua High School is 0.82, which is more 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
#176 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
24%
24%
Hispanic
23%
19%
Black
6%
1%
White
12%
11%
Hawaiian
20%
25%
Two or more races
15%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mule
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leilehua High School's ranking?
Leilehua High School is ranked #176 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 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leilehua High School?
The graduation rate of Leilehua High School is 87%, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 86%.
How many students attend Leilehua High School?
1,581 students attend Leilehua High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
24% of Leilehua High School students are Asian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Hawaiian, 15% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are White, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leilehua High School?
Leilehua High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Leilehua High School offer ?
Leilehua High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leilehua High School part of?
Leilehua High School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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