Serving 785 students in grades 7-8, Waianae Intermediate 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 10% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 785 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waianae Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Waianae Intermediate School's student population of 785 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
785 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
Waianae Intermediate 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 Intermediate School is 0.67, 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
#284 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
24%
Hispanic
28%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
3%
11%
Hawaiian
49%
25%
Two or more races
13%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Intermediate School's ranking?
Waianae Intermediate School is ranked #284 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Waianae Intermediate School?
785 students attend Waianae Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Waianae Intermediate School students are Hawaiian, 28% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waianae Intermediate School?
Waianae Intermediate School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waianae Intermediate School offer ?
Waianae Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waianae Intermediate School part of?
Waianae Intermediate School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day for Summer Program
July 03, 2025 (Thursday)
Last Day to Change Electives
August 20, 2025 (Wednesday)
FALL BREAK
October 06, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day to Change Electives
January 16, 2026 (Friday)
SPRING BREAK
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
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