Waiahole Elementary School

48-215 Waiahole Valley Rd
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 106 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Waiahole Elementary 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 106 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 94%
  • : Bottom 50% in HI
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Waiahole Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:

School Overview

Waiahole Elementary School's student population of 106 students has grown by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
106 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars

School Rankings

Waiahole Elementary 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 Waiahole Elementary School is 0.69, 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.
This School
State Level (HI)
#173 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
20-29%
39%
50-59%
52%
<50%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
24%
Hispanic
19%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
6%
11%
Hawaiian
48%
25%
Two or more races
20%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
0.69
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Waiahole Elementary School's ranking?
Waiahole Elementary School is ranked #173 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Waiahole Elementary School?
106 students attend Waiahole Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Waiahole Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 20% of students are Two or more races, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waiahole Elementary School?
Waiahole Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waiahole Elementary School offer ?
Waiahole Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waiahole Elementary School part of?
Waiahole Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 106 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 94%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education

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