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Maui High School

High School · Hawaii Department of Education

660 S Lono Ave, Kahului, HI 96732

Enrollment

1,908

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

5.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Hawaii schools

#176 of 292

In Kahului

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#176 of 292

Hawaii Department of Education

Academic growth

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Maui High School

5.9/10

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

Kahului Elementary School

4.6/10

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5.3/10

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About Maui High School

Maui High School is a public high school in Kahului, HI, part of Hawaii Department of Education. Maui High School serves approximately 1,908 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Maui High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #176 of 292 schools in HI.

Structured state assessment records for Maui High School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • HI avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

42% of students at Maui High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.56 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics5.2Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency41% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-10.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile34th
College Readiness5.2Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate81%
AP Participation13.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,056
Chronic Absenteeism41.5%

Maui High School — Students at Maui High School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

37.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores HI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 31.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 60.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
26%
ELA
64%
2010
Math
31%
ELA
60%
2011
Math
45%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
45%
ELA
64%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
28%
ELA
53%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
28%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
28%
ELA
60%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
75%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
56%

* 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: 9.3/10.

How Maui High School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
40th percentile in HI
Academic
5.2/10
Average
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.5
Sports
30
15 boys' · 15 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
37%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
117 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
13.3% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics30sports offered
15 boys'·15 girls'·47 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

660 S Lono Ave, Kahului, HI 96732

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Maui High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. EMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Puu Kukui Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Wailuku), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KE KULA O PIILANI (rated 7.4/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Wailuku), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kahului, see our Kahului schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Kahului Elementary School Kahului 0.3 mi 4.6
Maui Waena Intermediate School Kahului 0.8 mi 5.3
KAAHUMANU HOU CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kahului 0.9 mi 6.5
Lihikai Elementary School Kahului 0.9 mi 6.5
MAUI ADVENTIST SCHOOL Kahului 0.9 mi
EMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kahului 1.1 mi 8.5
Pomaikai Elementary School Kahului 1.2 mi 7.2
Henry Perrine Baldwin High School Wailuku 1.7 mi 5.4
Iao Intermediate School Wailuku 1.9 mi 4.5
ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Wailuku 2.0 mi 7.0
ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Wailuku 2.0 mi 6.1
Wailuku Elementary School Wailuku 2.2 mi 3.5
Puu Kukui Elementary School Wailuku 2.3 mi 8.1
KE KULA O PIILANI Wailuku 4.2 mi 7.4
Waihee Elementary School Wailuku 4.9 mi 3.6
DORIS TODD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Paia 6.8 mi 5.3
Paia Elementary School Paia 7.3 mi 2.0
Kulanihakoi High School Kihei 8.0 mi
Kihei Elementary School Kihei 8.9 mi 6.6
Lokelani Intermediate School Kihei 9.0 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 96732 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,360

Median Home Value

$832,700

Median Rent

$1,479/mo

Population

25,889

College Educated

26%

Homeownership

63.4%

Avg Commute

22.1 min

Poverty Rate

6.6%

Median Age

44.6

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King Kekaulike High School Pukalani, HI 6.1
President William McKinley High School Honolulu, HI 6.1
Henry Perrine Baldwin High School Wailuku, HI 5.4
Kahuku High & Intermediate School Kahuku, HI 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Maui High School

What grades does Maui High School serve?

Maui High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Maui High School?

Maui High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,908 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Maui High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Maui High School is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Maui High School rank in HI?

Maui High School ranks #176 of 292 schools in HI.

What is Maui High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Maui High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Maui High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Maui High School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Maui High School a charter school?

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

Is Maui High School a Title I school?

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

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

37.4% of students at Maui 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
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,908
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
117
Free/Reduced Lunch
37.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Maui County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.5%
4-Year Graduation
81.0%

District

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

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