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President William Mckinley High School

High School · Hawaii Department of Education

1039 South King St, Honolulu, HI 96814

Enrollment

1,328

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

6.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Hawaii schools

#169 of 292

In Honolulu

#59 of 74

public schools

In district

#169 of 292

Hawaii Department of Education

Academic growth

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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President William Mckinley High School

6.1/10

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

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About President William Mckinley High School

President William Mckinley High School is a public high school in Honolulu, HI, part of Hawaii Department of Education. President William Mckinley High School serves approximately 1,328 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. President William Mckinley High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #169 of 292 schools in HI.

Structured state assessment records for President William Mckinley High School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • HI avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

40% of students at President William Mckinley 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 Progress8.6Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.97 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics7.9Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency68% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
College Readiness3.5Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate69%
AP Participation12.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,056
Chronic Absenteeism40.1%

President William Mckinley High School — Students at President William Mckinley High School score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

51.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores HI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 41.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.9% (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
50%
ELA
66%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
58%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
49%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
40%
ELA
59%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
33%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
33%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
28%
ELA
69%
2021*
Math
28%
ELA
69%
2022
Math
30%
ELA
68%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How President William Mckinley High School Compares

See how President William Mckinley High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
43th percentile in HI
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.5
Sports
28
13 boys' · 15 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
51%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
90 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
12.2% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics28sports offered
13 boys'·15 girls'·44 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

1039 South King St, Honolulu, HI 96814

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering President William Mckinley High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. President Theodore Roosevelt High School (rated 8.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HAWAIIAN MISSION ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PACIFIC BUDDHIST ACADEMY (rated 6.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Honolulu, see our Honolulu schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Queen Kaahumanu Elementary School Honolulu 0.4 mi 6.9
HAWAIIAN MISSION ACADEMY Honolulu 0.5 mi 6.8
KAWAIAHA'O CHURCH SCHOOL Honolulu 0.7 mi
HAWAIIAN MISSION ACADEMY KA LAMA IKI Honolulu 0.8 mi 6.3
ST ANDREWS SCHOOLS Honolulu 0.9 mi 8.0
Royal Elementary School Honolulu 0.9 mi 4.9
Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School Honolulu 0.9 mi 6.5
Myron B. Thompson Academy - New Century PCS Honolulu 0.9 mi 6.9
President George Washington Middle School Honolulu 0.9 mi 6.6
Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School Honolulu 1.0 mi 4.3
MONTESSORI COMMUNITY SCHOOL Honolulu 1.0 mi 8.2
President Abraham Lincoln Elementary School Honolulu 1.0 mi 8.9
President Theodore Roosevelt High School Honolulu 1.0 mi 8.0
PACIFIC BUDDHIST ACADEMY Honolulu 1.1 mi 6.6
MARYKNOLL SCHOOL Honolulu 1.1 mi 6.2
HONGWANJI MISSION SCHOOL Honolulu 1.2 mi 6.5
King William Lunalilo Elementary School Honolulu 1.1 mi 4.1
HANAHAUOLI SCHOOL Honolulu 1.2 mi 6.8
PUNAHOU SCHOOL Honolulu 1.2 mi 4.5
Pauoa Elementary School Honolulu 1.3 mi 9.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 96814 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,336

Median Home Value

$706,500

Median Rent

$1,770/mo

Population

23,739

College Educated

49.8%

Homeownership

49.4%

Avg Commute

18.6 min

Poverty Rate

13.4%

Median Age

45

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about President William Mckinley High School

What grades does President William Mckinley High School serve?

President William Mckinley High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend President William Mckinley High School?

President William Mckinley High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,328 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at President William Mckinley High School?

The student-teacher ratio at President William Mckinley High School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does President William Mckinley High School rank in HI?

President William Mckinley High School ranks #169 of 292 schools in HI.

What is President William Mckinley High School's MySchoolScout rating?

President William Mckinley High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 President William Mckinley High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, President William Mckinley High School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is President William Mckinley High School a charter school?

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

Is President William Mckinley High School a Title I school?

No, President William Mckinley High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for President William Mckinley High School?

51.1% of students at President William Mckinley 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
86 Very Walkable
Transit Score
77 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
88 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,328
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
90
Free/Reduced Lunch
51.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Honolulu County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.1%
4-Year Graduation
69.0%

District

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

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