Kauai High School
1,108 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Kauai High School, located in Lihue, is the oldest public high school on the island of Kauai and serves as a central hub for secondary education in the region. As a proud member of the Hawaii State Department of Education, the school is deeply rooted in the island’s local culture and traditions, often referred to by its nickname, the "Red Raiders." The campus provides a comprehensive academic environment that offers a wide range of core subjects, Advanced Placement (AP) courses, and Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways designed to prepare students for both higher education and the local workforce.
Beyond the classroom, Kauai High School is known for a robust extracurricular program that plays a significant role in fostering school spirit and community engagement. The school offers a variety of athletic programs, student government opportunities, and diverse clubs that cater to the unique interests of its student body. By balancing rigorous academic standards with a focus on community values and island heritage, Kauai High School remains a cornerstone of the Lihue community, dedicated to developing well-rounded, responsible, and college- or career-ready graduates.
Beyond the classroom, Kauai High School is known for a robust extracurricular program that plays a significant role in fostering school spirit and community engagement. The school offers a variety of athletic programs, student government opportunities, and diverse clubs that cater to the unique interests of its student body. By balancing rigorous academic standards with a focus on community values and island heritage, Kauai High School remains a cornerstone of the Lihue community, dedicated to developing well-rounded, responsible, and college- or career-ready graduates.
1,108
Total Students
70.0
Full-Time Teachers
15.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
37.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 124 |
| Hispanic | 175 |
| Black | 3 |
| Asian | 381 |
| Two or More | 207 |
| American Indian | 2 |
| Pacific Islander | 216 |
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Asian381 (34.4 %)
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Pacific Islander216 (19.5 %)
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Two or More207 (18.7 %)
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Hispanic175 (15.8 %)
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White124 (11.2 %)
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Black3 (0.3 %)
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American Indian2 (0.2 %)
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)274-3160 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,108 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 70.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 321 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 89 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
287
Grade 10
311
Grade 11
242
Grade 12
259
Ungraded
9
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 287 |
| Grade 10 | 311 |
| Grade 11 | 242 |
| Grade 12 | 259 |
| Ungraded | 9 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 522 | 47.1% |
| Male | 586 | 52.9% |
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