Serving 799 students in grades 6-8, Waiakea 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 24% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 799 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waiakea Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Waiakea Intermediate School's student population of 799 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
799 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waiakea 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 Waiakea Intermediate School is 0.78, 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
#173 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
26%
Hispanic
25%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
7%
11%
Hawaiian
27%
26%
Two or more races
20%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waiakea Intermediate School's ranking?
Waiakea Intermediate School is ranked #173 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Waiakea Intermediate School often compared to?
Waiakea Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hilo Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Waiakea Intermediate School?
799 students attend Waiakea Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of Waiakea Intermediate School students are Hawaiian, 25% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waiakea Intermediate School?
Waiakea Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waiakea Intermediate School offer ?
Waiakea Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Waiakea Intermediate School part of?
Waiakea Intermediate School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day for 6th grade Students
May 29, 2024 (Wednesday)
Last Day for Students
May 30, 2024 (Thursday)
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