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Hawaii Technology Academy Public Charter School

#2 in Best Charter High Schools in Hawaii
  • A-
    Overall Grade
  • Public, Charter
  • K-12
  • Waipahu, HI
  • 43 reviews
    A-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B
    2. Diversity
      A
    3. Teachers
      B
    4. College Prep
      B
    5. Clubs & Activities
      C
    6. Health & Safety
      A
    7. Administration
      B+
    8. Sports
      C
    9. Food
      B+
    10. Resources & Facilities
      B
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    Hawaii Technology Academy Public Charter School is a highly rated, public, charter school located in Waipahu, HI. It has 1,003 students in grades K-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 18 to 1. According to state test scores, 42% of students are at least proficient in math and 61% in reading.
    Address
    94-450 Mokuola St. Suite 200
    Waipahu, HI 96797
    Telephone
    (808) 676-5444
    Website
    myhta.org
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    Hawaii Technology Academy Public Charter School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    61%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    42%
    Average Graduation Rate
    82%
    Average SAT
    1170
    28 responses
    Average ACT
    27
    11 responses
    AP Enrollment
    2%
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    Living in the Area
    C+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      C-
    2. Good for Families
      C
    3. Housing
      D+
    Median Household Income
    $75,856
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,282
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $573,300
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A
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    Students

    Diversity
    A
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,003
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    30%
    63%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.8 responses
    100%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.8 responses
    63%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.8 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    18:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $62,657
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    0%
    100%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.8 responses
    100%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.8 responses
    100%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.8 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    C
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Very Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Very Low
    Expenses Per Student
    $13,823/ year
    National
    $12,239
    78%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.9 responses
    67%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.9 responses
    33%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.9 responses

    Hawaii Technology Academy Public Charter School Reviews

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    Hawaii Technology is a school of excellence, it allows students to have a schedule that is very similar to a college experience. Students meet twice a week physically in the school, with one virtual learning day, and two individual work days. This type of schooling gives more freedom to move at an individual pace and get plenty of help and support from teachers when needed. I haven't had a single teacher that's given me problems or made obstacles difficult for me, this is reflective of the enriched environment in which HTA maintains. I highly recommend this school for athletes who would like to be able to endeavor more in independent training. This school has a variety of resources and everyone there truly cares about you and your learning!
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    In my experience, the teachers are great and truly show that they care about your academics. The Schedule is great(high school only two days a week required). There are many opportunities to receive extra help and retake assignments for a better grade. Sports are played for your district high school. There are many clubs and National Honor Society. The courses can be considered tough because of the online aspects and the workload (one year of classes in one semester) but, if you stay on track with your work and don't fall behind, you would do fine. In my opinion, HTA has many aspects similar to college and is a great FREE college prep like school.
    I attended other schools before Hawaii
    Tech. I found this one to be the most focused on preparing students for college, and teaching kids to be driven and ambitious in education. I believe, without attending here, I may not have enjoyed school, or graduated. I give this school an A+ for academics, an A+ for great teachers and staff, and I would recommend this school to any parent who may consider it for their own children.

    Before I attended Hawaii Tech, I struggled with regular public schools, and all the cliche situations you hear about in schools. Once I transferred, I remember feeling more relaxed, and more confident. this school helped me get ready for college, and I am now enrolled to become a Radiology Tech.