Serving 332 students in grades 9-12, Molokai High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in HI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Molokai High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Molokai High School's student population of 332 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
332 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Molokai High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Molokai High School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.80. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#289 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
24%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
2%
11%
Hawaiian
77%
25%
Two or more races
7%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Molokai High School's ranking?
Molokai High School is ranked #289 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Molokai High School often compared to?
Molokai High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henry Perrine Baldwin High School, Maui High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Molokai High School?
The graduation rate of Molokai High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 86%.
How many students attend Molokai High School?
332 students attend Molokai High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Molokai High School students are Hawaiian, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Molokai High School?
Molokai High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Molokai High School offer ?
Molokai High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Molokai High School part of?
Molokai High School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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