Serving 1,015 students in grades 6-8, Maui Waena 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 26% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,015 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Maui Waena Intermediate School serves the northern part of Kahului, HI, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 57.6 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Maui Waena Intermediate School's student population of 1,015 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,015 students
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
1989
Campus Size
15 acres
School Motto
'In Quest to be Our Best!'
School Rankings
Maui Waena 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 Maui Waena Intermediate School is 0.70, 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
#189 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
47%
24%
Hispanic
16%
19%
White
4%
11%
Hawaiian
21%
25%
Two or more races
12%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, Black, and White
School Mascot
Falcons
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maui Waena Intermediate School's ranking?
Maui Waena Intermediate School is ranked #189 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Maui Waena Intermediate School often compared to?
Maui Waena Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Iao Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Maui Waena Intermediate School?
1,015 students attend Maui Waena Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Maui Waena Intermediate School students are Asian, 21% of students are Hawaiian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maui Waena Intermediate School?
Maui Waena Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Maui Waena Intermediate School offer ?
Maui Waena Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maui Waena Intermediate School part of?
Maui Waena Intermediate School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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