Castle High School vs Kapaa High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Hawaii, United States, 174 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Castle High School
Kaneohe · Public high · Grades 9–12
997 students
Kapaa High School
Kapaa · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,005 students
| Measure | Castle High School Kaneohe, Hawaii | Kapaa High School Kapaa, Hawaii |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #11 of 41 | #21 of 41 |
| National rank | #6202 of 16,910 | #8404 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 997 | 1,005 |
| Enrollment | 997 | 1,005 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.5% | 31.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 17.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 32% |
| city | Kaneohe | Kapaa |
| state | Hawaii | Hawaii |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Castle High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.4 vs 49.9).
- •Castle High School does better on math proficiency (34% vs 32%).
- •Castle High School does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 52%).
- •Kapaa High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.6% vs 48.5%).
- •Castle High School does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 17.3).
- •Kapaa High School is the larger school with 1,005 students compared with 997.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Castle High School better than Kapaa High School?
On the Success Index (US), Castle High School ranks higher (58.4 vs 49.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Castle High School and Kapaa High School?
About 174 km in a straight line, between Kaneohe and Kapaa in Hawaii.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Castle High School: 997. Kapaa High School: 1,005. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Castle High School and Kapaa High School rank in Hawaii?
Castle High School is 11th of 41 and Kapaa High School is 21st of 41 among high schools in Hawaii on the 2025 Success Index (US).