Serving 470 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Waiau Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 39% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to 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 (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waiau Elementary School's student population of 470 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
470 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waiau Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waiau Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#99 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
26%
Hispanic
31%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
1%
11%
Hawaiian
27%
26%
Two or more races
26%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Waiau Elementary School's ranking?
Waiau Elementary School is ranked #99 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Waiau Elementary School?
470 students attend Waiau Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Waiau Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Hawaiian, 26% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waiau Elementary School?
Waiau Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waiau Elementary School offer ?
Waiau Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Waiau Elementary School part of?
Waiau Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day for Students (Events)
May 30, 2024 (Thursday)
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