Serving 472 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Waialua Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waialua Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Waialua Elementary School's student population of 472 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
472 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waialua Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waialua Elementary School is 0.79, 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
#33 out of 292 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
26%
Hispanic
21%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
29%
11%
Hawaiian
13%
26%
Two or more races
24%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waialua Elementary School's ranking?
Waialua Elementary School is ranked #33 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Waialua Elementary School often compared to?
Waialua Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunset Beach Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Waialua Elementary School?
472 students attend Waialua Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Waialua Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Two or more races, 21% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, and 13% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waialua Elementary School?
Waialua Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waialua Elementary School offer ?
Waialua Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Waialua Elementary School part of?
Waialua Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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