Kalani High School vs Pearl City High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Hawaii, United States, 24 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kalani High School
Honolulu · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,455 students
Pearl City High School
Pearl City · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,481 students
| Measure | Kalani High School Honolulu, Hawaii | Pearl City High School Pearl City, Hawaii |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 66 Top 25% |
| State rank | #2 of 41 | #7 of 41 |
| National rank | #3211 of 16,910 | #4289 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,455 | 1,481 |
| Enrollment | 1,455 | 1,481 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 18.6% | 28.4% |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 68% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 47% |
| city | Honolulu | Pearl City |
| state | Hawaii | Hawaii |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kalani High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.4 vs 66.0).
- •Kalani High School does better on math proficiency (50% vs 47%).
- •Kalani High School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 68%).
- •Kalani High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.6% vs 28.4%).
- •Pearl City High School does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 17.1).
- •Pearl City High School is the larger school with 1,481 students compared with 1,455.
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 Kalani High School better than Pearl City High School?
On the Success Index (US), Kalani High School ranks higher (70.4 vs 66.0 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 Kalani High School and Pearl City High School?
About 24 km in a straight line, between Honolulu and Pearl City in Hawaii.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kalani High School: 1,455. Pearl City High School: 1,481. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kalani High School and Pearl City High School rank in Hawaii?
Kalani High School is 2nd of 41 and Pearl City High School is 7th of 41 among high schools in Hawaii on the 2025 Success Index (US).