Serving 371 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School's student population of 371 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.80. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#275 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
9%
26%
Hispanic
22%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
2%
11%
Hawaiian
54%
26%
Two or more races
12%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School's ranking?
Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School is ranked #275 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School often compared to?
Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maunawili Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School?
371 students attend Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School students are Hawaiian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School?
Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School offer ?
Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School part of?
Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Students Last Day
May 30, 2024 (Thursday)
Teachers Last Day
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
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