KONAWAENA HIGH SCHOOL
Konawaena High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Hawaii Department of Education school district, located in Kealakekua, HI with about 832 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 54 teachers, Konawaena High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Konawaena High School, located in the historic coffee-growing region of Kealakekua on the Big Island of Hawaii, serves a diverse student population as a key educational hub for the South Kona district. Known for its deep roots in the community and its "Wildcat" spirit, the school prides itself on a culture that balances rigorous academics with a strong emphasis on extracurricular engagement, particularly in athletics and cultural programs that reflect the unique heritage of Hawaii.
Beyond the classroom, Konawaena is highly regarded for its competitive sports programs and its commitment to fostering a sense of place among its students. By integrating the local culture and history into the school experience, the institution seeks to prepare its students for both local opportunities and global citizenship. As a central part of the Kealakekua community, the high school remains a focal point for civic pride and academic development in West Hawaii.
For more information, contact Konawaena High School at (808) 323-4500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Kealakekua, HI 96750
(808) 323-4500
KONAWAENA HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Kealakekua, HI with about 832 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Hawaii
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Hawaii Department of Education
- Total Students:
- 832
- Teachers:
- 54
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 832 students
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 47.1%
- Asian
- 17.4%
- White
- 16.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 13.7%
- Two or more races
- 2.6%
- Black or African American
- 1.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 1.1%
- Female
- 48.3%
- Male
- 51.7%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.