Serving 467 students in grades 6-8, Waimea Canyon 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 18% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waimea Canyon Middle School serves the northwest part of its school district in Waimea, HI, covering an area of approximately 217.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being around 8.6 miles and the furthest edge located 14.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waimea Canyon Middle School's student population of 467 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
467 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1972
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering learners to navigate the present and to shape the future.
School Rankings
Waimea Canyon 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 Waimea Canyon Middle School is 0.77, 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
#264 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
26%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
26%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
24%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.2%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waimea Canyon Middle School's ranking?
Waimea Canyon Middle School is ranked #264 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Waimea Canyon Middle School often compared to?
Waimea Canyon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School, Kapaa Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Waimea Canyon Middle School?
467 students attend Waimea Canyon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
26% of Waimea Canyon Middle School students are Asian, 26% of students are Hawaiian, 24% of students are Two or more races, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waimea Canyon Middle School?
Waimea Canyon Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waimea Canyon Middle School offer ?
Waimea Canyon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waimea Canyon Middle School part of?
Waimea Canyon Middle School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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