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Moanalua High School

#4 in Best Public High Schools in Hawaii
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 497 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
      A-
    6. Health & Safety
      A-
    7. Administration
      B
    8. Sports
      A-
    9. Food
      A-
    10. Resources & Facilities
      B+
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    Moanalua High School is a highly rated, public school located in Honolulu, HI. It has 1,968 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 17 to 1. According to state test scores, 43% of students are at least proficient in math and 74% in reading.
    Address
    2825 Ala Ilima St
    Honolulu, HI 96819
    Telephone
    (808) 837-8455
    Website
    moanaluahs.org
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    Moanalua High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    74%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    43%
    Average Graduation Rate
    95%
    Average SAT
    1140
    320 responses
    Average ACT
    25
    199 responses
    AP Enrollment
    12%
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    Living in the Area
    A-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      D+
    2. Good for Families
      B+
    3. Housing
      C-
    Median Household Income
    $70,527
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,441
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $688,200
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A-
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    84%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.56 responses
    Poll
    79%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.56 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 246 responses
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    • Prom
      17%
    • Graduation
      17%
    • Homecoming
      13%
    • Winter Fantasy
      10%
    • May Day Polynesian Dancing
      9%
    • Teacher talent show
      9%
    • Senior Night
      9%

    Students

    Diversity
    A
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,968
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    24%
    78%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.63 responses
    84%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.63 responses
    73%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.63 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    17:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $62,657
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    13%
    64%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.77 responses
    73%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.77 responses
    70%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.77 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A-
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Average
    Boys Athletic Participation
    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.86 responses
    51%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.86 responses
    57%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.86 responses
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    Music department and Varsity Tennis program are awesome! I've been in the music department for the past 4 years and I've enjoyed every minute of it. I've enjoyed the wonderful people I have met and the supportive staff. Mr.Seta is one of the most knowledgeable people you will ever meet who will provide you with great music and life lessons. Varsity Tennis has made me into a better person by opening myself up and pushing my physical and emotional limits. Tryouts are so difficult. Running up hills, running stairs, running laps. Just RUNNING, RUNNING, RUNNING! We run more than track at this point! haha. But, all this is totally worth it with the fun times you have with a sleepover at a Waikiki hotel, movie night, and playing games and sports at gym night. Join Moanalua High School and take advantage of what it has to offer if you can! I loved it!
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    Moanalua High School is located in Honolulu, Hawaii. It can can very humid here so the school is outside, meaning there are no hallway walls. This is super fun and unique, but went it rains you might end up in class wet! Since Hawaii is a melting pot our school is very diverse, resulting in everyone getting along. One thing in particular that Moanalua is good for is the range of sports. We have water polo, air rifle, soft tennis, paddling and more! The only downside is sometimes we have too many students which means classes have to be held in tight portable. Also the construction is going on 24/7, but all that means is our school is improving.
    Moanalua High School is great school. When I tell someone that I attend Moanalua, it's always the same reaction: Oh wow! Good School. And that, I agree with. I believe that Moanalua offers a variety of enjoyable, yet rigorous courses on all levels for the different types of students. Teachers, admin, health aides, clerks, and all staff are friendly, welcoming, and helpful.