Serving 789 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Waiakea Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 789 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waiakea Elementary School's student population of 789 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
789 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waiakea Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waiakea Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#110 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
25%
Hispanic
22%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
4%
11%
Hawaiian
31%
26%
Two or more races
30%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waiakea Elementary School's ranking?
Waiakea Elementary School is ranked #110 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Waiakea Elementary School often compared to?
Waiakea Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waiakeawaena Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Waiakea Elementary School?
789 students attend Waiakea Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Waiakea Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 30% of students are Two or more races, 22% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waiakea Elementary School?
Waiakea Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waiakea Elementary School offer ?
Waiakea Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Waiakea Elementary School part of?
Waiakea Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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