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James Campbell High School

High School · Hawaii Department of Education

91-980 North Rd, Ewa Beach, HI 96706

Enrollment

2,875

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

6.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Hawaii schools

#154 of 292

In Ewa Beach

#5 of 11

public schools

In district

#154 of 292

Hawaii Department of Education

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James Campbell High School

6.3/10

High School in Ewa Beach · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.6/10

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5.6/10

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About James Campbell High School

James Campbell High School is a public high school in Ewa Beach, HI, part of Hawaii Department of Education. James Campbell High School serves approximately 2,875 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. James Campbell High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #154 of 292 schools in HI.

Structured state assessment records for James Campbell High School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • HI avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

James Campbell High School is a large school: 2,875 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.9Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency41% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-14.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
College Readiness8.5Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate86%
AP Participation9.8%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,056
Chronic Absenteeism28.7%

James Campbell High School — Students at James Campbell High School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

32.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores HI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 36.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 65.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from HI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
49%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
58%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
54%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
51%
2015
Math
29%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
25%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
59%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
59%
2020*
Math
26%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
26%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
21%
ELA
60%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.5/10.

How James Campbell High School Compares

See how James Campbell High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
48th percentile in HI
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
6.8/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.5
Sports
29
13 boys' · 16 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
189 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered IB Programme
9.8% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·20 IB enrolled·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics29sports offered
13 boys'·16 girls'·46 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

91-980 North Rd, Ewa Beach, HI 96706

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering James Campbell High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Kapolei High School (rated 6.9/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Kapolei), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LANAKILA BAPTIST JR & SR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 2.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Ewa Beach, see our Ewa Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Pohakea Elementary School Ewa Beach 0.2 mi 5.6
Ilima Intermediate School Ewa Beach 0.2 mi 5.6
Kaimiloa Elementary School Ewa Beach 0.3 mi 6.3
Ewa Beach Elementary School Ewa Beach 0.4 mi 6.5
Keoneula Elementary School Ewa Beach 1.0 mi 7.2
Ewa Makai Middle School Ewa Beach 1.3 mi 5.9
Iroquois Point Elementary School Ewa Beach 1.7 mi 4.2
Holomua Elementary School Ewa Beach 1.8 mi 6.7
LANAKILA BAPTIST JR & SR HIGH SCHOOL Ewa Beach 2.5 mi 5.5
FRIENDSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ewa Beach 2.5 mi 5.7
FRIENDSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Ewa Beach 2.5 mi 6.2
Ewa Elementary School Ewa Beach 2.6 mi 5.8
HALE O ULU SCHOOL Ewa Beach 3.0 mi
Honouliuli Middle School Ewa Beach 3.3 mi 6.3
Kapolei Middle School Kapolei 3.4 mi 7.8
Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School Honolulu 3.5 mi 9.1
Kapolei Elementary School Kapolei 3.8 mi 8.5
Kapolei High School Kapolei 4.0 mi 6.9
NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Waipahu 4.5 mi 5.0
Hookele Elementary School Kapolei 4.2 mi 8.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 96706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$125,879

Median Home Value

$796,600

Median Rent

$2,785/mo

Population

83,467

College Educated

30.2%

Homeownership

69%

Avg Commute

36.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

33.9

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Maui High School Kahului, HI 5.9
Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School Honolulu, HI 5.8
Kapolei High School Kapolei, HI 6.9
Waipahu High School Waipahu, HI 7.4
Mililani High School Mililani, HI 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about James Campbell High School

What grades does James Campbell High School serve?

James Campbell High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend James Campbell High School?

James Campbell High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,875 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at James Campbell High School?

The student-teacher ratio at James Campbell High School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does James Campbell High School rank in HI?

James Campbell High School ranks #154 of 292 schools in HI.

What is James Campbell High School's MySchoolScout rating?

James Campbell High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at James Campbell High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, James Campbell High School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is James Campbell High School a charter school?

No, James Campbell High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is James Campbell High School a Title I school?

No, James Campbell High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James Campbell High School?

32.4% of students at James Campbell High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
45 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,875
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
189
Free/Reduced Lunch
32.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Honolulu County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.7%
4-Year Graduation
86.0%

District

Hawaii Department of Education
District Enrollment
169,308
Schools in District
295
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,056
District Rank
#154 of 292

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