Serving 478 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Waimea 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waimea Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Waimea Elementary School's student population of 478 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
478 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waimea 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 Waimea Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#237 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
26%
Hispanic
19%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
7%
11%
Hawaiian
42%
26%
Two or more races
23%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waimea Elementary School's ranking?
Waimea Elementary School is ranked #237 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Waimea Elementary School often compared to?
Waimea Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Honokaa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Waimea Elementary School?
478 students attend Waimea Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Waimea Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 23% of students are Two or more races, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waimea Elementary School?
Waimea Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waimea Elementary School offer ?
Waimea Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Waimea Elementary School part of?
Waimea Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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