Serving 357 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Waimanalo Elementary & 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 15% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School's student population of 357 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
357 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Waimanalo Elementary & 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 Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School is 0.63, 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
#262 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
24%
Hispanic
25%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
1%
11%
Hawaiian
54%
25%
Two or more races
13%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
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 Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School's ranking?
Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School is ranked #262 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School often compared to?
Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maunawili Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School?
357 students attend Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School students are Hawaiian, 25% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School?
Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School offer ?
Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School part of?
Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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