For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,217 students in Makawao, HI.
The top-ranked public high school in Makawao, HI is King Kekaulike High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Makawao, HI public high school have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Hawaii public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in Makawao have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Hawaii public high schools.
Makawao, HI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is less than the Hawaii average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is King Kekaulike High School, with 77% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Hawaii or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public high school average of 88% (majority Asian).
Best Public High Schools in Makawao, HI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
King Kekaulike High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
121 Kula Hwy
Makawao, HI 96768
(808) 573-8710
Makawao, HI 96768
(808) 573-8710
Gr: 9-12 | 1,217 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Makawao, HI?
The top-ranked public high schools in Makawao, HI include King Kekaulike High School.
How many public high schools are located in Makawao?
1 public high schools are located in Makawao.
What is the racial composition of students in Makawao?
Makawao public high schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public high schools average of 88% (majority Asian).
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