For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 9,871 students in Waipahu, HI (there are 4 private schools, serving 817 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in Waipahu, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
The top ranked public schools in Waipahu, HI are Kanoelani Elementary School, Waikele Elementary School and August Ahrens Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waipahu, HI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Waipahu have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best Public Schools in Waipahu, HI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kanoelani Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
94-1091 Oli Lp
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0195
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0195
Grades: PK-6
| 742 students
Rank: #22.
Waikele Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
94-1035 Kukula St
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 677-6100
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 677-6100
Grades: PK-6
| 515 students
Rank: #33.
August Ahrens Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
94-1170 Waipahu St
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0202
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0202
Grades: PK-6
| 1,175 students
Rank: #44.
Hawaii Technology Academy - Pcs
Charter School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
94-450 Mokuola St
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 676-5444
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 676-5444
Grades: K-12
| 1,605 students
Rank: #55.
Waipahu High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
94-1211 Farrington Hwy
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0222
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0222
Grades: 9-12
| 2,516 students
Rank: #66.
Kaleiopuu Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
94-665 Kaaholo St
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0266
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0266
Grades: PK-6
| 739 students
Rank: #77.
Waipahu Intermediate School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
94-455 Farrington Hwy
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0177
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0177
Grades: 7-8
| 1,147 students
Rank: #88.
Honowai Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
94-600 Honowai St
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0165
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0165
Grades: PK-6
| 579 students
Rank: #99.
Waipahu Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
94-465 Waipahu St
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0150
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0150
Grades: PK-6
| 853 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Waipahu, HI?
The top ranked public schools in Waipahu, HI include Kanoelani Elementary School, Waikele Elementary School and August Ahrens Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Waipahu?
9 public schools are located in Waipahu.
What percentage of students in Waipahu go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in Waipahu are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
What is the racial composition of students in Waipahu?
Waipahu public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
Which public schools in Waipahu are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Waipahu include: Kaleiopuu Elementary School vs. August Ahrens Elementary School, August Ahrens Elementary School vs. Kaleiopuu Elementary School, Waikele Elementary School vs. Kanoelani Elementary School
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