Serving 496 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Waikele Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher 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 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waikele Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Waikele Elementary School's student population of 496 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
496 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waikele Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waikele Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#64 out of 292 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
41%
25%
Hispanic
15%
18%
Black
2%
1%
White
3%
11%
Hawaiian
16%
26%
Two or more races
23%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waikele Elementary School's ranking?
Waikele Elementary School is ranked #64 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Waikele Elementary School often compared to?
Waikele Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kanoelani Elementary School, Momilani Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Waikele Elementary School?
496 students attend Waikele Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Waikele Elementary School students are Asian, 23% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Hawaiian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waikele Elementary School?
Waikele Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waikele Elementary School offer ?
Waikele Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Waikele Elementary School part of?
Waikele Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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