PAHOA HIGH & INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL

Pahoa High & Intermediate School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Hawaii Department of Education school district, located in Pahoa, HI with about 532 students offering grade levels from 7th 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 34 teachers, Pahoa High & Intermediate 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.

Pahoa High & Intermediate School, located in the Puna district of the Big Island of Hawaii, serves as a central educational hub for a diverse and geographically dispersed rural community. As a combined middle and high school, it caters to students in grades 7 through 12, fostering a unique environment where students often transition from intermediate to secondary education within the same campus culture. The school is deeply rooted in its local surroundings, often emphasizing place-based learning and community engagement to reflect the history, geography, and values of the Pahoa area.

Academically and extracurricularly, the school strives to provide a comprehensive experience despite the challenges often associated with remote, rural educational settings. Pahoa High & Intermediate is well-known for its strong sense of school spirit and its focus on preparing students for life after graduation, whether through college pathways or vocational training. By integrating local culture with standard curriculum requirements, the school aims to support its student body in becoming resilient, community-minded individuals who are equipped to navigate both local and global opportunities.

For more information, contact Pahoa High & Intermediate School at (808) 965-2150 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.