Serving 1,126 students in grades 6-8, Maui Waena Intermediate 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 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,126 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Maui Waena Intermediate School's student population of 1,126 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,126 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maui Waena Intermediate 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 Maui Waena Intermediate School is 0.72, 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
#181 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
45%
24%
Hispanic
15%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
4%
11%
Hawaiian
21%
25%
Two or more races
14%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maui Waena Intermediate School's ranking?
Maui Waena Intermediate School is ranked #181 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Maui Waena Intermediate School often compared to?
Maui Waena Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Iao Intermediate 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 38% HI state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Maui Waena Intermediate School?
1,126 students attend Maui Waena Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Maui Waena Intermediate School students are Asian, 21% of students are Hawaiian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maui Waena Intermediate School?
Maui Waena Intermediate School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Maui Waena Intermediate School offer ?
Maui Waena Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Maui Waena Intermediate School part of?
Maui Waena Intermediate School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Spring Break
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School for Students
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
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