Best Public Schools in Lihue, HI


Summary:

The city of Lihue, Hawaii is home to 5 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 1 high school, and 1 alternative public charter school. The schools in this area show a range of academic performance, with Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School and the two top-performing elementary schools, Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School and King Kaumualii Elementary School, standing out for their strong academic proficiency rates.

The alternative public charter school, Kawaikini - NCPCS, has a notably high graduation rate of 90.9% despite lower academic proficiency compared to the other schools. This suggests the school may be providing valuable educational opportunities for students who may not thrive in a traditional school setting. Across the schools, there is a significant percentage of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, highlighting the need for targeted support and resources to address socioeconomic challenges that may impact student learning and achievement.

Chronic absenteeism rates are a concern, particularly at Kauai High School and Kawaikini - NCPCS, indicating a need for further investigation and interventions to improve student attendance and engagement. The data also reveals varying levels of racial diversity across the schools, providing an opportunity to explore how diversity and cultural representation may influence the educational experiences and outcomes of students in Lihue. Overall, the schools in Lihue, Hawaii demonstrate both areas of strength and areas for improvement in the local education system.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Hawaii State Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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