Waialua High and Intermediate School is a public intermediate and high school for grades 7–12 in the Waialua CDP in City and County of Honolulu, Hawaii on the Island of Oahu.
Serving 608 students in grades 7-12, Waialua High & Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 608 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in HI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waialua High & Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Waialua High & Intermediate School's student population of 608 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
608 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1914
Colors
Grey, Scarlet
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waialua High & Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waialua High & Intermediate School is 0.80, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.80. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#99 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
24%
Hispanic
21%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
21%
11%
Hawaiian
16%
25%
Two or more races
25%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waialua High & Intermediate School's ranking?
Waialua High & Intermediate School is ranked #99 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Waialua High & Intermediate School often compared to?
Waialua High & Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kahuku High & Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waialua High & Intermediate School?
The graduation rate of Waialua High & Intermediate School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 86%.
How many students attend Waialua High & Intermediate School?
608 students attend Waialua High & Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
25% of Waialua High & Intermediate School students are Two or more races, 21% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, and 16% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waialua High & Intermediate School?
Waialua High & Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waialua High & Intermediate School offer ?
Waialua High & Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waialua High & Intermediate School part of?
Waialua High & Intermediate School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Waialua High & Intermediate School located?
Waialua High & Intermediate School is located in the North Shore neighborhood of Waialua, HI. There are 1 other public schools located in North Shore.
School Reviews
5 3/19/2015
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