Kapa'a High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12

4695 Mailihuna Rd, Kapaa, HI

Hawaii Department Of Education

3.6

3.0

1,038 Students

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
18:1

Average SAT Score
1180

Average ACT Score
24

Math Proficiency
12%

Reading Proficiency
47%

Average GPA
3.68

Graduation Rate
97%

C+

Academics

C+

Teachers

B+

College Prep

B-

Administration

B-

Resources/Facilities

B+

Clubs and Activities

Sports

C+

Food

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Average GPA 3.68	Reading Proficiency 47%
Math Proficiency 12%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio 18:1 Teachers 58	Full Time Teachers 58
Teachers in First or Second Year 18.3%

College Prep

Average SAT 1180 Math 580 Verbal 600	Average ACT 24 Math 22 English 24 Reading 25 Science 23
Number of AP Courses 7	AP Pass Rate 25.7%
AP Math Enrollment Very Low	AP Science Enrollment High
Other AP Enrollment High

Clubs and Activities

Girls Athletic Participation

Low

Boys Athletic Participation

Low

Test Scores

Equity

College Readiness

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

270:1

Student Diversity

Male 54%	Female 46%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander 25.6%	White 22.2%
Two or more races 19.2%	Hispanic 16.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander 15.8%	Black <1%
Native American <1%

School Rankings

#13 Most Diverse Public HS in Hawaii

Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered

IB Programs Offered

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.

University of Hawaii at Manoa 298 Students

University of Hawaii at Hilo 131 Students

Kauai Community College 126 Students

Oregon State University 125 Students

University of Washington 108 Students

Hawaii Pacific University 104 Students

Washington State University 92 Students

Grand Canyon University 89 Students

University of Nevada, Las Vegas 84 Students

Pacific University Oregon 84 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.

Business 103 Students

Nursing 70 Students

Biology 55 Students

Psychology 52 Students

Pre-Medicine Studies 28 Students

Kinesiology and Exercise Science 28 Students

Liberal Arts and Humanities 26 Students

Education 23 Students

Architecture 23 Students

Environmental Science 22 Students

This School’s Reviews

4.0 Senior

5/18/2024

Overall my 4 years at Kapa'a High have been good. I admire that they offer college-ready courses, however I wish they were advertised more. I have a modified schedule so I don't stay on campus for long which gives me more motivation to go each day. This also prepares me for my college schedule. In the future I hope to see more students applying and committing to colleges.

4.0 Senior

2/22/2024

The best experiences I've had is to be able to interact with others In fields I am interested in and the clubs we have and the strong community in school. Things I would like to see change would probably be more individual help for teens who are struggling in school and more parent involvement .

5.0 Senior

1/9/2024

So far, during all my years of attending Kapaa high school I have enjoyed the experience. What mostly stands out about Kapa'a High School is how great the administration is towards the students.

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1.0 parent

8/14/2022

As a parent of a relatively recent graduate, I was surprised to come upon this rating while on a real estate website. One should wonder how an elementary school with such a poor rating (3) — and having taught there I don’t disagree — could possibly lead to a 96% HS grad rate. Unfortunately, the admi...

3.0 parent

2/19/2014

The school faired much better under Gilmore Youn's leadership. Because of the new addition to admin, some great teachers left the school, which was very unfortunate. :(

5.0 parent

8/25/2013

I believe this school as come a long way under the leadership of Mr. Daniel Hamada. He has changed the dynamics of the school for good. Student drop out rate has reached a all time low. Great job.

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List Price Range

$420K - $3.2M

Homes For Sale

Average Home Value

$1,062,463

Median Lot Size

10,018 Sq Ft

% Renters

41%

Average Household Income

$107,508

% of College Grads

33.6%

Median Age

Average House Size

1,401 Sq Ft

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3,680 Sq Ft

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1,204 Sq Ft

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1.5 Baths
850 Sq Ft

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Homes for Rent

$20,799 per month

4-820 Kuhio Highway-SI ID1376586P
2 Beds
3 Baths
1,151 Sq Ft

4-820-820 Kuhio Hwy
Unit SI ID1376586P
Kapa?a, HI

The advertised rate of $20,800/month is the lowest available price, based on a 1 month(s) stay with a move-in date of November 12, 2026.Rates vary depending on the duration of stay, season, and other parameters. For exact pricing and additional pricing components, please visit our website an...

$12,288 per month

4-820 Kuhio Highway-SI ID1509617P
1 Bed
2 Baths
839 Sq Ft

4-820-820 Kuhio Hwy
Unit SI ID1509617P
Kapa?a, HI

The advertised rate of $12,289/month is the lowest available price, based on a 30 day(s) stay with a move-in date of October 23, 2026.Rates vary depending on the duration of stay, season, and other parameters. For exact pricing and additional pricing components, please visit our website and ...

$10,209 per month

Condo for Rent
1 Bed
1 Bath
495 Sq Ft

525 Aleka Loop
Unit SI ID1376589P
Kapa?a, HI

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$2,200 per month

Condo for Rent
1 Bed
1 Bath
1,050 Sq Ft

1675 Malakia Street Unit
Unit Malakia Manor - Lanai Unit
Kapaa, HI

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$32,375 per month

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4 Beds
3 Baths

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Unit SI ID1250618P
Princeville, HI

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$13,500 per month

Furnished Anini Beach Front House 2 Bedrooms + Loft
2 Beds
2 Baths
2,109 Sq Ft

4271 Anini Rd
Kilauea, HI

Enjoy incredible ocean views and sunsets from this beach home at the end of Anini Road. The home is fully furnished with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms on the first floor. The primary suite has a queen size bed and the 2nd bedroom has a king size bed. There is a large loft with a queen size bed, sitt...

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Remote riverside Kilauea cottage.
1 Bed
1 Bath
800 Sq Ft

4641 Kuawa Rd
Kilauea, HI

private one bedroom jungle cottageYardcare electric and water included

$9,800 per month

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3 Beds
3 Baths
2,333 Sq Ft

4023 Anahola Rd
Anahola, HI

Private, secluded home with lava rock wall and gate on nearly 3/4 acres. The home sits across from Anahola Beach with gorgeous ocean views from the home. There are 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. The home has AC units in bedrooms, office and living area. There is an additional space for yoga s...

$2,600 per month

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2 Beds
1 Bath

6911 Lekia Place
Unit LEKIA 2
Kapa?a, HI

$7,000 per month

Plantation at Princeville 1122
3 Beds
3 Baths
1,318 Sq Ft

4771 Pepelani Loop
Unit T1122
Princeville, HI

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3 Baths

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Unit VOP41
Princeville, HI

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1 Bed
1 Bath

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Unit DOWNSTAIRS
Kapa?a, HI

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Kapa'a Middle School

6th to 8th
Public

C+

St. Catherine School

Pre-K to 8th
Private

Kahili Adventist School

Pre-K to 8th
Private

Kapaa New Park

Sports Park

Anahola Village Park

Wailua River State Park

Wailua Houselots Park

Kamalani Playground

Wailua River State Park

Lydgate State Park

Wailua River State Park

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Hawaii Kauai County Kapaa 96746

Kapa'a High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Kapaa, HI, in the Kapaa neighborhood, and is served by the Hawaii Department Of Education in Hawaii. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,038 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. Academic records show that 12% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 47% are proficient in reading. Kapa'a High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.68, the graduation rate is 97%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1180 and an ACT score of 24. The average home value in this area is $1,062,463. Discover additional schools in the area, like Kapa'a Middle School, St. Catherine School, Kahili Adventist School, and more. Learn more about what Kapaa has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Kapa'a High School.

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