Serving 827 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Waipahu 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 37% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 827 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waipahu Elementary School serves the northwest part of Waipahu, HI, covering an area of approximately 3.9 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.5 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 4.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waipahu Elementary School's student population of 827 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
827 students
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waipahu 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 Waipahu Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#203 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
37%
24%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
n/a
11%
Hawaiian
43%
25%
Two or more races
10%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.2%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Soaring Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waipahu Elementary School's ranking?
Waipahu Elementary School is ranked #203 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Waipahu Elementary School often compared to?
Waipahu Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like August Ahrens Elementary School, Waikele Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Waipahu Elementary School?
827 students attend Waipahu Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Waipahu Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 37% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waipahu Elementary School?
Waipahu Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waipahu Elementary School offer ?
Waipahu Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waipahu Elementary School part of?
Waipahu Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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