Serving 429 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wahiawa Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than 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 and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wahiawa Elementary School's student population of 429 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
429 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wahiawa 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 Wahiawa Elementary 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
#144 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
24%
Hispanic
24%
19%
Black
3%
1%
White
7%
11%
Hawaiian
31%
25%
Two or more races
22%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.6%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wahiawa Elementary School's ranking?
Wahiawa Elementary School is ranked #144 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Wahiawa Elementary School often compared to?
Wahiawa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kaala Elementary School, Iliahi Elementary School, Helemano Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Wahiawa Elementary School?
429 students attend Wahiawa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Wahiawa Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 24% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wahiawa Elementary School?
Wahiawa Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wahiawa Elementary School offer ?
Wahiawa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wahiawa Elementary School part of?
Wahiawa Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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