Pahoa High & Intermediate School is a public, co-educational high school and middle school of the Hawaii State Department of Education. It serves grades seven through twelve and was established in 1910.
Serving 758 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% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (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 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 758 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in HI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (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:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pahoa High & Intermediate School's student population of 758 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
758 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1910
Colors
White, Green
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
23
School Motto
People Actively Helping Others Achieve Kuleana Pono Malama Pilina
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 0.75, 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
#254 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
24%
Hispanic
32%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
11%
11%
Hawaiian
34%
25%
Two or more races
13%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Daggers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pahoa High & Intermediate School's ranking?
Pahoa High & Intermediate School is ranked #254 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 High School, Keaau Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pahoa High & Intermediate School?
The graduation rate of Pahoa High & Intermediate School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 86%.
How many students attend Pahoa High & Intermediate School?
758 students attend Pahoa High & Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Pahoa High & Intermediate School students are Hawaiian, 32% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are White, and 10% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pahoa High & Intermediate School?
Pahoa High & Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to 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 (No virtual instruction).
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
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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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