Serving 374 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Waimalu Elementary School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waimalu Elementary School's student population of 374 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waimalu Elementary 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 Waimalu Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#140 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
35%
26%
Hispanic
19%
18%
Black
2%
1%
White
3%
11%
Hawaiian
20%
26%
Two or more races
21%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Waimalu Elementary School's ranking?
Waimalu Elementary School is ranked #140 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Waimalu Elementary School often compared to?
Waimalu Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pearl Ridge Elementary School, Alvah A Scott Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Waimalu Elementary School?
374 students attend Waimalu Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Waimalu Elementary School students are Asian, 21% of students are Two or more races, 20% of students are Hawaiian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waimalu Elementary School?
Waimalu Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waimalu Elementary School offer ?
Waimalu Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Waimalu Elementary School part of?
Waimalu Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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Last Day for Students (Events)
May 30, 2024 (Thursday)
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