Serving 413 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher 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 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waialua Elementary School serves the northwest part of Waialua, HI, covering an attendance area of approximately 34 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.3 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
Waialua Elementary School's student population of 413 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
413 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
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 0.78, 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
#44 out of 292 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
13%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
24%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
32%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
10%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
21%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.3%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #44 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, Haleiwa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Waialua Elementary School?
413 students attend Waialua Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Waialua Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Asian, and 10% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waialua Elementary School?
Waialua Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waialua Elementary School offer ?
Waialua Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waialua Elementary School part of?
Waialua Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Waialua Elementary School located?
Waialua Elementary School is located in the North Shore neighborhood of Waialua, HI. There are 1 other public schools located in North Shore.
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Date
Spring Break
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
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