Serving 732 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Waikoloa Elementary And Middle 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 28% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 732 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waikoloa Elementary And Middle School's student population of 732 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
732 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
Waikoloa Elementary And Middle 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 Waikoloa Elementary And Middle 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
#180 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
10%
24%
Hispanic
22%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
16%
11%
Hawaiian
31%
25%
Two or more races
20%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.7%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waikoloa Elementary And Middle School's ranking?
Waikoloa Elementary And Middle School is ranked #180 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Waikoloa Elementary And Middle School often compared to?
Waikoloa Elementary And Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waiakeawaena Elementary School, Waiakea Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Waikoloa Elementary And Middle School?
732 students attend Waikoloa Elementary And Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Waikoloa Elementary And Middle School students are Hawaiian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waikoloa Elementary And Middle School?
Waikoloa Elementary And Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waikoloa Elementary And Middle School offer ?
Waikoloa Elementary And Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waikoloa Elementary And Middle School part of?
Waikoloa Elementary And Middle School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Back to School Open House
August 20, 2026 (Thursday)
Fall Break- No School
October 05, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break-
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
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