Hilo High School

As part of the Hawaii Department of Education, Hilo High School is a well-known public school on the Big Island that serves students in grades 9 through 12. It has about 1,200 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of 16:1. It is known as one of the best schools for building community pride and helping students do better in school. The school offers many ways to succeed, such as Advanced Placement® classes, which 17% of students take, and it is one of the best high school in Hawaii. The diverse campus has a 93% minority enrollment, and 51% of the students are considered to be economically disadvantaged. According to performance metrics, 49% of students are good at reading and 19% are good at math. The school also helps students get ready for college by giving them the SAT and ACT tests. Hilo High School is one of the best schools in the area. It is located in a historic coastal town and is known for being welcoming to all students and for preparing them for future academic and professional success.

Hilo High School recently announced that it will be working with Kyoto Tachibana High School as a sister school. This will help students from both schools learn about each other's cultures and work together during the 2025–2026 school year. The school's award-winning Viking Robotics program is still the best at getting kids interested in STEM fields in the community. It successfully hosted its annual Winter Camp Eureka, where local kids could learn about robotics hands-on. Also, students are getting ready for unique job opportunities at the upcoming Ho?ala Academy Open House, which connects current Vikings with trade careers and community partners after high school.

Q1. Are there programs that help people become better leaders?

Ans. Yes, students can learn how to be leaders by joining student groups, working on group projects, and mentoring other students.

Q2. Are there chances for peer mentoring?

Ans. Of course, yes! Older kids can teach younger kids how to be leaders, work together, and help each other.

Q3. Are there programs that help kids stay fit?

Ans. Of course! Hilo High School helps students' mental, emotional, and social health by giving them counseling and wellness programs.

Q4. How does Hilo High School get students ready for success in the future?

Ans. Planning, skill-building, and guidance programs help students make the transition to college, vocational training, or a job.

Q5. Can students take the SAT and ACT?

Ans. Yes, Hilo High School lets students who want to go to college take both the SAT and the ACT.