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College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Hawaii at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Academic Summary
Are the schools in Hawaii offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
Largest School Districts in Hawaii
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Hawaii Department Of Education
170,209 students | HONOLULU, HI
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 299 schools
Reviews From Schools in Hawaii
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Parent / Guardian
July 24, 2025
Great School and Principal. My kids just finished 6th and 7th grade and have done well. The academics are great and depending on your kids academic level, they offer advanced math placement. In... More
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Niu Valley Middle School
Parent / Guardian
July 24, 2025
My son has attended kindergarten and 1st grade a Lincoln Elementary, where he is a special education student. It's unfortunate that he needs extra supports, but I think he's been lucky to attending... More
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President Abraham Lincoln Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
July 24, 2025
The best part of this school is the teachers. The better ones are firm, but they love their students. The worst is the administration. They intimidate and bully the teachers to get them to do what... More
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Aliamanu Elementary School