Serving 495 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Waialae Elementary - Pcs ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Waialae Elementary - PCS serves the northwest section of Honolulu, HI, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waialae Elementary - Pcs's student population of 495 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
495 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1928
School Calendar
School Motto
'Empowering a community of learners who strive for excellence and innovation.'
School Rankings
Waialae Elementary - Pcs ranks within the top 30% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waialae Elementary - Pcs is 0.74, 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
#68 out of 292 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
30%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
7%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
38%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.4%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waialae Elementary - Pcs's ranking?
Waialae Elementary - Pcs is ranked #68 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Waialae Elementary - Pcs often compared to?
Waialae Elementary - Pcsis often viewed alongside schools like Kahala Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Waialae Elementary - Pcs?
495 students attend Waialae Elementary - Pcs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Waialae Elementary - Pcs students are Two or more races, 30% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 7% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waialae Elementary - Pcs?
Waialae Elementary - Pcs has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waialae Elementary - Pcs offer ?
Waialae Elementary - Pcs offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waialae Elementary - Pcs part of?
Waialae Elementary - Pcs is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Waialae Elementary - Pcs located?
Waialae Elementary - Pcs is located in the Kaimuki neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 2 other public schools located in Kaimuki.
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