King Kekaulike High School vs President William McKinley High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Hawaii, United States, 166 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
King Kekaulike High School
Pukalani · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,217 students
President William McKinley High School
Honolulu · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,245 students
| Measure | King Kekaulike High School Pukalani, Hawaii | President William McKinley High School Honolulu, Hawaii |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #16 of 41 | #18 of 41 |
| National rank | #7446 of 16,910 | #7456 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,217 | 1,245 |
| Enrollment | 1,217 | 1,245 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42.4% | 53.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 33% |
| city | Pukalani | Honolulu |
| state | Hawaii | Hawaii |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (53.5 vs 53.5).
- •President William McKinley High School does better on math proficiency (33% vs 28%).
- •President William McKinley High School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 66%).
- •King Kekaulike High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.4% vs 53.3%).
- •President William McKinley High School does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 14.7).
- •President William McKinley High School is the larger school with 1,245 students compared with 1,217.
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 King Kekaulike High School better than President William McKinley High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are King Kekaulike High School and President William McKinley High School?
About 166 km in a straight line, between Pukalani and Honolulu in Hawaii.
Which has the better Enrollment?
King Kekaulike High School: 1,217. President William McKinley High School: 1,245. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do King Kekaulike High School and President William McKinley High School rank in Hawaii?
King Kekaulike High School is 16th of 41 and President William McKinley High School is 18th of 41 among high schools in Hawaii on the 2025 Success Index (US).