Serving 412 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Waianae 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 8% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waianae Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Waianae Elementary School's student population of 412 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waianae 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 Waianae Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#291 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
24%
Hispanic
29%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
1%
11%
Hawaiian
58%
25%
Two or more races
11%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waianae Elementary School's ranking?
Waianae Elementary School is ranked #291 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Waianae Elementary School often compared to?
Waianae Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leihoku Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Waianae Elementary School?
412 students attend Waianae Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Waianae Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 29% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waianae Elementary School?
Waianae Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waianae Elementary School offer ?
Waianae Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Waianae Elementary School part of?
Waianae Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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