Tafuna High School is a public high school located in the village of Tafuna, Tu膩l膩uta County, Western District, American Samoa. It is one of the 6 public high schools under the jurisdiction of the American Samoa Department of Education. Its inception in 1982 welcomed a 100 freshmen.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students (20-21)
1,227 students
Total Classroom Teachers (97-98)
54 teachers
Year Founded
1982
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
n/a
American Indian
(20-21)n/a
n/a
Asian
(20-21)n/a
1%
Hispanic
(20-21)n/a
n/a
Black
(20-21)n/a
n/a
White
(20-21)n/a
n/a
Hawaiian
(20-21)100%
99%
Two or more races
(20-21)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
95%
98%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warriors
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Tafuna High School often compared to?
Tafuna High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Samoana High School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Tafuna High School?
1,227 students attend Tafuna High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Tafuna High School students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Tafuna High School offer ?
Tafuna High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Tafuna High School part of?
Tafuna High School is part of American Samoa Department Of Education School District.
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