Kohala High School

Hawaii Department of Education
54-3611 Akoni Pule Hwy
Kapaau, HI 96755
275 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Kohala High School is a public secondary school located in the historic town of Kapaau on the northern tip of the Big Island of Hawaii. Serving the rural community of North Kohala, the school is deeply rooted in the local culture and emphasizes a strong sense of "ohana" (family). Its curriculum is designed to prepare students for both post-secondary education and the workforce, often integrating the unique geographical and historical context of the Kohala district into its academic programming.

The school is known for its small-town atmosphere, which fosters close relationships between faculty, students, and the wider community. As part of the Hawaii Department of Education, Kohala High offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics and cultural clubs that reflect the school’s commitment to Hawaiian heritage. By providing a supportive environment, the institution aims to nurture well-rounded citizens who are connected to their traditions while being equipped to thrive in a modern global society.
275
Total Students
22.5
Full-Time Teachers
12.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
53.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • Pacific Islander
    105 (38.2 %)
  • Asian
    63 (22.9 %)
  • Two or More
    54 (19.6 %)
  • White
    31 (11.3 %)
  • Hispanic
    20 (7.3 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.7 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Hawaii Department of Education
Phone: (808)889-7117
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 275
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 22.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 110
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 36

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 73
Grade 10 67
Grade 11 64
Grade 12 67
Ungraded 4
Gender Ratio