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Best Schools in Hilo, Hawaii
Compare 16 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.
16
Total Schools
Public & Charter Schools
7,933
Total Students
Across Hilo
13.3:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
16 schools found
Advanced Insights & Statistics
Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools
Academic Proficiency Averages
Math Assessment Score34%
ELA Assessment Score47%
🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.
Classroom Attention Ratio
Favorable Class Size (<15:1)10 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)6 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools
💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.
Filtered Quality Highlights
- ✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
- ✓Largest student enrollment is 1,183 students at Waiakea High School.
- ✓Best student-teacher ratio is 8:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.
Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School
publicmiddlePK-6
278 Ainako Ave, Hilo, HI 96720
7.3
Rating
Students
422
Student-Teacher
18:1
ELA Proficiency
75%
Math Proficiency
71%
Waiakea High School
publichighGrade 9-12
155 W Kawili St, Hilo, HI 96720
5.2
Rating
Students
1,183
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
69%
Math Proficiency
34%
Ke Ana Laahana - Pcs
charter schoolhighGrade 7-12
160 Baker Ave, Hilo, HI 96720
5
Rating
Students
33
Student-Teacher
8:1
ELA Proficiency
50%
Math Proficiency
50%
Waiakea Elementary School
publicelementaryPK-5
180 W Puainako St, Hilo, HI 96720
4.9
Rating
Students
706
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
51%
Math Proficiency
46%
Kaumana Elementary School
publicmiddlePK-6
1710 Kaumana Dr, Hilo, HI 96720
4.7
Rating
Students
238
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
52%
Math Proficiency
42%
Waiakeawaena Elementary School
publicelementaryPK-5
2420 Kilauea Ave, Hilo, HI 96720
4.6
Rating
Students
669
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
52%
Math Proficiency
40%
Haaheo Elementary School
publicmiddlePK-6
121 Haaheo Rd, Hilo, HI 96720
4.5
Rating
Students
122
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
47%
Math Proficiency
42%
Hilo Intermediate School
publicmiddleGrade 7-8
587 Waianuenue Ave, Hilo, HI 96720
4.3
Rating
Students
560
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
48%
Math Proficiency
37%
Hilo High School
publichighGrade 9-12
556 Waianuenue Ave, Hilo, HI 96720
3.8
Rating
Students
1,170
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
52%
Math Proficiency
24%
Hilo Union Elementary School
publicmiddlePK-6
506 Waianuenue Ave, Hilo, HI 96720
3.8
Rating
Students
449
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
46%
Math Proficiency
29%
Waiakea Intermediate School
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
200 W Puainako St, Hilo, HI 96720
3.6
Rating
Students
857
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
45%
Math Proficiency
27%
Keaukaha Elementary School
publicmiddlePK-6
240 Desha Ave, Hilo, HI 96720
3.5
Rating
Students
341
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
39%
Math Proficiency
30%
Kua O Ka La - Ncpcs
charter schoolhighPK-9
345 Makalika, Hilo, HI 96720
3.2
Rating
Students
185
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
42%
Math Proficiency
22%
Ka Umeke Kaeo - Pcs
charter schoolhighPK-12
1500 Kalanianaole Ave, Hilo, HI 96720
3
Rating
Students
292
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
32%
Math Proficiency
27%
Connections - New Century Pcs
charter schoolhighK-12
174 Kamehameha Ave, Hilo, HI 96720
2.2
Rating
Students
352
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
32%
Math Proficiency
12%
Chiefess Kapiolani Elementary School
publicmiddlePK-6
966 Kilauea Ave, Hilo, HI 96720
1.9
Rating
Students
354
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
25%
Math Proficiency
13%
Detailed Overview of Schools in Hilo
Hilo, Hawaii is home to 16 schools serving over 7,933 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Hilo, Hawaii?
There are 16 schools in Hilo, serving 7,933 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the best elementary school in Hilo?
Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Hilo include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.
What is the average student-teacher ratio in Hilo?
The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Hilo is 13.3:1.