Serving 458 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Waiau 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 45% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waiau Elementary School's student population of 458 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
458 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waiau 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 Waiau Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#115 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
25%
Hispanic
26%
18%
Black
1%
1%
White
2%
11%
Hawaiian
27%
26%
Two or more races
27%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waiau Elementary School's ranking?
Waiau Elementary School is ranked #115 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Waiau Elementary School often compared to?
Waiau Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mililani Mauka Elementary School, Kipapa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Waiau Elementary School?
458 students attend Waiau Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of Waiau Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 27% of students are Two or more races, 26% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waiau Elementary School?
Waiau Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waiau Elementary School offer ?
Waiau Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Waiau Elementary School part of?
Waiau Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break March 17-21 (Events)
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Students' Last Day (Events)
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
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