Serving 1,890 students in grades 9-12, Waianae High 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,890 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in HI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waianae High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Waianae High School's student population of 1,890 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 129 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,890 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
129 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waianae High 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 Waianae High School is 0.61, 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
#205 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
26%
Hispanic
19%
18%
Black
1%
1%
White
3%
11%
Hawaiian
58%
26%
Two or more races
9%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waianae High School's ranking?
Waianae High School is ranked #205 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Waianae High School often compared to?
Waianae High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waialua High & Intermediate School, Waipahu High School, Kamaile Pcs by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waianae High School?
The graduation rate of Waianae High School is 81%, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 86%.
How many students attend Waianae High School?
1,890 students attend Waianae High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Waianae High School students are Hawaiian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waianae High School?
Waianae High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waianae High School offer ?
Waianae High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Waianae High School part of?
Waianae High School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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