For the 2024 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 10,168 students in Waipahu, HI (there are 4 private schools, serving 740 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in Waipahu, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 81%).
The top ranked public schools in Waipahu, HI are Kanoelani Elementary School, Waikele Elementary School and Hawaii Technology - Pcs. 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 28% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in Waipahu have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% 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 (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kanoelani Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 60%)
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
| 769 students
Rank: #22.
Waikele Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 55%)
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
| 513 students
Rank: #33.
Hawaii Technology - Pcs
Charter School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
94-450 Mokuola St
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 676-5444
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 676-5444
Grades: K-12
| 1,363 students
Rank: #44.
Waipahu High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
94-1211 Farrington Hwy
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0222
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0222
Grades: 9-12
| 2,797 students
Rank: #55.
August Ahrens Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
94-1170 Waipahu St
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0202
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0202
Grades: PK-6
| 1,235 students
Rank: #66.
Waipahu Intermediate School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 48%)
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
| 1,075 students
Rank: #77.
Kaleiopuu Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
94-665 Kaaholo St
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0266
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0266
Grades: PK-6
| 852 students
Rank: #88.
Honowai Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
94-600 Honowai St
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0165
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0165
Grades: PK-6
| 632 students
Rank: #99.
Waipahu Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
94-465 Waipahu St
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0150
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0150
Grades: PK-6
| 932 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 Hawaii Technology - Pcs.
How many public schools are located in Waipahu, HI?
9 public schools are located in Waipahu, HI.
What percentage of students in Waipahu, HI go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in Waipahu, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 81%).
What is the racial composition of students in Waipahu, HI?
Waipahu, HI 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).
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